FT News Briefing Swamp Notes: Trump tries to bring watchdogs to heel
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Feb 22, 2025 Donald Trump's recent executive order seeks to tighten control over independent federal agencies, sparking debates about regulatory independence. The podcast dives into the impact of these changes on the business community, the SEC's evolving stance on cryptocurrency, and the trade-offs of deregulation in sectors like finance and pharmaceuticals. It highlights the paradox of businesses craving stability amid regulatory uncertainty, along with the potential challenges for both established firms and newcomers in navigating this shifting landscape.
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Trump's Executive Order
- Trump's executive order aims to control independent agencies, requiring White House review of draft regulations.
- This raises concerns about the independence of these agencies, like the SEC and FTC.
Trump's Deregulation Aims
- Trump aims to ease business restrictions imposed by Biden's regulators, like the SEC's crypto regulations.
- This is evident in actions like reversing the SEC's crypto guidance for banks and asset managers.
Legal Debate and Agency Independence
- This order sparks legal debate about presidential oversight versus agency independence rooted in Congressional authority and expertise.
- It challenges established norms where regulators make decisions without presidential encroachment.