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CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam to Step Down on January 20, Final Day February 7, Amid Trump's Inauguration
Jan 7, 2025, 02:52 PM
Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has announced his intention to step down from his position on January 20, with his final day at the commission set for February 7. Behnam's departure coincides with the inauguration of President Donald Trump, making way for new leadership at the agency. During his tenure, Behnam focused on addressing risks within regulated markets, supporting innovation, and ensuring the strength and resilience of financial markets amidst various global and domestic challenges.
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