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Senators Demand SEC Records on Judge's Exit and Trump Ties

3/30/2026

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Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) pressed SEC Chairman Paul Atkins for records on Judge Margaret Ryan's sudden departure.
The letters also request records about enforcement actions against cryptocurrency firms, including those associated with U.S. President Donald Trump.
White House Counsel David Warrington defended President Donald Trump, saying he has no involvement in deals conflicting with his duties.
Officials deny any communication with the SEC regarding these matters.

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Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) pressed SEC Chairman Paul Atkins for records on Judge Margaret Ryan's sudden departure.
The letters also request records about enforcement actions against cryptocurrency firms, including those associated with U.S. President Donald Trump.
White House Counsel David Warrington defended President Donald Trump, saying he has no involvement in deals conflicting with his duties.
Officials deny any communication with the SEC regarding these matters.