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CFTC Is Down to Just 1 Commissioner as White House Vets 4 Candidates — Key Crypto Bill Vote Looms: Report

Sep 5, 2026 · 04:28 AM ET· updated 50m ago

The White House has reportedly vetted candidates for four vacant CFTC seats, but it remains unclear whether nominations will proceed.

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Why It Matters

The CFTC (the group that watches over certain markets) has very few people running it right now, and the White House is picking new ones. When leaders are missing, it's harder to make big decisions—like new rules for crypto—so watch if things move faster or slower.

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