Michaela
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has ignited discussions over a potential investigation into the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) amid sweeping federal government layoffs.
On X, the DOGE_SEC account called on the public to share any details regarding the actions of the SEC. “Please DM this account with insights on finding and fixing waste, fraud and abuse relating to the Securities and Exchange Commission,” the account wrote.
This development has led many to speculate that Musk’s department may be planning significant reductions at the SEC. While his push to streamline federal operations has drawn criticism and occasional missteps, his reform efforts continue unabated.
The move has ignited a strong response from the online crypto community. Notably, Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, reshared the post on X and proposed that Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency require that defendants who prevail in SEC lawsuits have their legal fees and costs fully covered by the Commission’s budget.
Meanwhile, several users on X suggested that the department should first focus on investigating the SEC and Ripple litigation before expanding its inquiry.
Crypto Community Debates SEC Probe
This development raises a critical question: could an investigation by the DOGE into the SEC inadvertently undermine a newly emerging ally in the industry?
On February 12, Hester Peirce—known as “Crypto Mom” in the crypto community and head of the SEC’s new Crypto Task Force—expressed strong opposition to proposed SEC budget cuts during an interview with Bloomberg.
“We have a lot of really fantastic people at the SEC, who are doing really important work. One thing to remember is that capital markets in the US are not very only large, but also very important, the most important in the world! There’s always more we can do. It’s a question of getting the balance right, using the resources that we have,” Peirce stated.
This remains a highly debated matter, with the DOGE’s next steps regarding the SEC and the lineup of industry voices yet to be determined.
However, a growing number of community members are expressing nostalgia for former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, known for his vigorous efforts against crypto scams. This sentiment indicates that parts of the community may soon rally behind the SEC.
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