Trump Team Considers First-Ever White House Crypto Role

The proposed position would focus on cryptocurrency policy and act as a liaison between the administration, regulators, and the digital asset industry.

President-elect Donald Trump is exploring the creation of a dedicated White House role for cryptocurrency policy, which would be the first of its kind.
The position, informally referred to as a 'crypto czar,' would connect the administration with agencies like the SEC and CFTC, and provide the crypto industry direct access to the president.
Former CFTC chairman Christopher Giancarlo, known as 'Crypto Dad,' is reportedly a leading candidate for the role, though other names such as Brian Brooks and Brian Armstrong have been mentioned.
Trump's campaign heavily courted pro-crypto voters, with promises to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler and foster a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment.
The crypto industry has expressed strong support for the role, citing the need for clearer regulations and stronger U.S. competitiveness in the global digital asset market.