Trump-Linked Crypto Enforcement Pullback Sparks Scrutiny Amid Political Ties
A New York Times investigation reveals a sharp decline in crypto enforcement actions during Trump’s second term, with over 60% of cases paused or dismissed—a stark contrast to unchanged regulatory rigor in other sectors. The report suggests potential conflicts of interest, noting eased cases often involved entities with later Trump family connections.
Enforcement trends diverged dramatically: while non-crypto cases proceeded normally, regulators retreated from digital asset oversight. The SEC’s unusual retreat from industry-wide enforcement raises questions, particularly as affected firms reportedly cultivated political or financial ties to Trump’s orbit.