Rostin Behnam, who chaired the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) from 2021 to 2025, has resigned without a replacement nominee from President Donald Trump. Behnam's last day was announced to be February 7, 2025, following nearly eight years as a commissioner. Despite speculation about a potential nominee, the White House has not made any official announcements. This resignation leaves the bipartisan five-commissioner panel divided between Republicans and Democrats. The CFTC has shifted its regulatory priorities under acting Chair Pham and has filed lawsuits against various crypto firms. In his final messages, Behnam emphasized the need for regulatory frameworks for the crypto industry. Meanwhile, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is also undergoing leadership changes, with interim appointments and the establishment of a crypto task force to develop regulations for digital assets.

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