SEC Chair Gary Gensler To Step Down January 20th, Paving Way For New Leadership

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Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler will resign on January 20th, 2025, allowing President-elect Donald Trump to appoint a successor. Gensler has led the SEC since 2021. He has spearheaded regulations, including increased disclosure requirements for publicly traded companies and measures addressing climate change, cybersecurity, and crypto. Trump's appointment could signal a shift toward a more Wall Street- and crypto-friendly SEC.

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00:00It's Benzinga bringing Wall Street to Main Street.

00:02Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler will resign on January 20, 2025,

00:07giving President-elect Donald Trump the opportunity to appoint a successor.

00:11Gensler has led the SEC since 2021. He has spearheaded regulations including increased

00:16disclosure requirements for publicly traded companies and measures addressing climate change,

00:21cybersecurity, and crypto. Trump's appointment would signal a shift towards a more Wall Street

00:26and crypto-friendly SEC.

00:28For all things money, visit Benzinga.com slash GSTV.

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