Donald Trump, the President-elect, is contemplating establishing a permanent crypto advisor role within the White House to oversee policy and regulation.
While the specifics of the role remain unclear, it underscores Trump's commitment to adopting a pro-crypto stance. Speculation surrounds key figures potentially assuming this position, with Brian Brooks, a former Binance.US executive, reportedly under consideration.
Such a role could serve to strengthen ties and influence between the government and the growing cryptocurrency industry. Trump's administration is signaling its intention to reform existing crypto policies, appointing supportive financial regulators and advocating for the creation of a Bitcoin Reserve.
During Trump's election campaign, unofficial advisors like Bitcoin Magazine CEO David Bailey contributed to formulating pro-crypto policies, suggesting the strategic importance of this role. Bailey has strongly advocated for the Bitcoin Reserve, emphasizing its transformative potential for the industry.
Despite these developments, there remains uncertainty about the advisor's exact responsibilities, such as whether the role will be exclusive to the White House or encompass broader policy oversight as a "crypto czar." Nonetheless, the role is aimed at strengthening the presence of crypto advocates within federal structures.