The S.E.C. Was Tough on Crypto. It Pulled Back After Trump Returned to Office.

The New York Times12/14/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025

Summary

An investigation by The New York Times revealed that the change in enforcement by the S.E.C. following Donald Trump's return to office benefited the cryptocurrency industry, including firms connected to the president. This shift marked a notable reduction in regulatory scrutiny compared to previous years.

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Age (0-35)
32 days
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
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Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score83/100

Score BreakdownRisk 35

Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 32 days - proven survivor

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