The U.S. Senate will decide the fate of Paul Atkins, nominated by President Donald Trump as the SEC Chairman, tomorrow.
The final vote scheduled for 11:30 AM Eastern Standard Time on April 10th will end the debate, followed by a confirmation vote that could reshape financial supervision.
Will Paul Atkins Become SEC Chairman?
Atkins, who served as an SEC Commissioner from 2002 to 2008, is set to be appointed as the committee chairman in place of Gary Gensler. His predecessor resigned on January 20th and returned to MIT, where he is currently focusing on AI and fintech.
As the vote approaches, investors are preparing for a potential shift towards deregulation and a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market.
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If confirmed, Akins can become the SEC chairman by 7 pm today and take office by mid-April. He will serve Gensler's term until June 5, 2026, with the possibility of being reappointed.
His first action will be to clarify cryptocurrency rules or dismantle Gensler's legacy. This will indicate whether the SEC will lean towards Wall Street or Main Street.
