- Deaton actively advocates for a Congressional subpoena of SEC Chairman Gensler, highlighting the alleged non-compliance of the SEC.
- He also urged public figures like Elizabeth Warren and Senator Sherrod Brown to fulfill their oversight responsibilities.
Pro-XRP advocate John Deaton offers to testify at the January 10, 2024, congressional hearing on digital assets, fintech, and inclusion. The hearing, hosted by the House Financial Services Committee’s Digital Assets, Fintech, and Inclusion Subcommittee, seeks to explore the effects of the Financial Stability Oversight Council’s evolving regulatory approach on crypto sector innovation.
In response to the recent announcement by House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry, John Deaton expressed his keen interest in representing individual token holders. This announcement was made through his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), where Deaton emphasized his commitment to advocating for the concerns of retail crypto holders, setting himself apart from advocates aligned with crypto companies.
Deaton’s offer gained substantial support from the XRP community, with numerous responses encouraging Chairman McHenry to consider Deaton’s participation. The community regards him as a highly credible and knowledgeable figure capable of effectively communicating the implications of government regulations on individual crypto holders.
One community member urged, “Come on Patrick McHenry, do this as a parting gift. We have suffered long enough.” Another echoed, “John Deaton is, by orders of magnitude, the most qualified, knowledgeable, and credible individual to testify on the impact of government regulators on retail crypto holders.”
XRP Lawyer Demands Subponae for Gary Gensler
Additionally, Deaton is actively advocating for a Congressional subpoena of SEC Chairman Gensler. Using the platform X, Deaton emphasized the SEC’s alleged non-compliance and called upon public figures such as Elizabeth Warren and Senator Sherrod Brown to fulfill their responsibilities in overseeing the actions of the SEC. In his message on X platform, Deaton stated:
“We don’t let up! Go to http://Crypto-Law.us and check out our real-time COUNTDOWN since Patrick McHenry threatened to issue a Congressional subpoena to Gary Gensler and the SEC due to his non-compliance. Hey Elizabeth Warren and Senator Sherrod Brown: This is what SEC oversight looks like. Since you two won’t do your job, private citizens will hold you accountable”.
Deaton’s critique of SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s stance on investor protection is significant, particularly in the context of the SEC’s lawsuit against Coinbase. Deaton has highlighted this apparent contradiction, sparking discussions within the crypto community regarding the regulator’s consistency and its commitment to safeguarding investor interests.
Importance of the January 10 Hearing
Scheduled for January 10, 2024, the upcoming hearing, titled “Regulatory Whiplash: Examining the Impact of FSOC’s Ever-Changing Designation Framework on Innovation,” is poised to address the risks associated with cryptocurrencies. The focus will particularly underscore the necessity for regulating crypto spot markets and stablecoins. The hearing is anticipated to explore these issues comprehensively, potentially influencing the trajectory of cryptocurrency regulation and fostering innovation.
If Deaton is granted the opportunity to testify at the hearing, his insights could offer a unique perspective representing cryptocurrency holders—an often overlooked group in regulatory discussions. Leveraging his experience and vocal stance on these matters, Deaton’s testimony could significantly contribute to understanding the intricate dynamics between innovation, regulation, and investor protection in the digital asset realm. However, as of now, there has been no response from McHenry regarding Deaton’s offer.
