The US Senate has confirmed Paul Atkins as chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with a vote of 51-45, primarily along party lines. His appointment follows President Donald Trump's nomination, which occurred several months prior. Atkins, who previously served as an SEC commissioner from 2002 to 2008, succeeds Mark Uyeda, who has been the acting chair since January 20. In a joint statement, Uyeda along with Commissioners Hester Peirce and Caroline Crenshaw welcomed Atkins, expressing anticipation about working together to serve the investing public. Further developments regarding Atkins's role and strategies for the SEC are expected as he begins his tenure.

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