Summary
John Deaton, founder of CryptoLaw, is considering a run for the Massachusetts Republican Party’s nomination for the US Senate against Senator Elizabeth Warren. Deaton has been critical of the US government’s approach to crypto oversight, particularly the Securities and Exchange Commission under Chairman Gary Gensler. He previously filed an amicus brief on behalf of retail holders of XRP in the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple. In other news, Warren’s office reportedly honored the 15th anniversary of Bitcoin’s launch and Satoshi Nakamoto through the Capitol Flag Program, although it is unclear if Warren herself approved the flag raise request.
Key Points
1. John Deaton, founder of CryptoLaw, is considering running for the Massachusetts Republican Party’s nomination for US Senate, challenging Senator Elizabeth Warren, who is seeking a third term in office.
2. Deaton has been critical of the US government’s approach to crypto oversight, particularly targeting the Securities and Exchange Commission under Chairman Gary Gensler.
3. Warren’s office recently honored the 15th anniversary of Bitcoin’s launch and its creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, through the Capitol Flag Program, although it is unclear if Warren herself approved the flag raise request.