Catenaa, Tuesday, September 30, 2025- Reports said last Friday, the White House was reviewing new candidates to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) after delays in Brian Quintenz’s confirmation
This raised questions about the future of the agency’s leadership under President Donald Trump.
Sources indicate former CFTC officials Jill Sommers and Josh Sterling, along with National Credit Union Administration chief Kyle Hauptman, are under consideration.
Quintenz’s nomination has stalled amid controversy. He shared social media messages showing Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss asked Trump to pause the confirmation, citing concerns over the CFTC’s June 2025 complaint against Gemini.
Quintenz indicated he refused to make promises to influence the decision, emphasizing transparency and integrity. He added that protecting the President and his agenda took priority over assuming the chair role.
The White House previously vetted additional candidates, including SEC Crypto Task Force Chief Counsel Mike Selig and US.
Treasury Counselor Tyler Williams. Reports suggest the administration is seeking a leader with both regulatory experience and alignment with Trump’s crypto policy objectives.
Quintenz’s potential withdrawal could signal a shift in regulatory oversight for commodities and digital assets, impacting market participants awaiting guidance from the CFTC. The timing of any new nomination and Senate confirmation remains uncertain, with sources noting that internal deliberations are ongoing.
