Jay Clayton

thumb|Jay Clayton in 2026 Walter Joseph "Jay" Clayton III (born July 11, 1966) is an American attorney who was the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission from May 4, 2017 until December 23, 2020. He was nominated for the position by President Donald Trump. Quotes The debate about the long-term value and utility of crypto will continue. Better regulation shouldn't turn on that debate, nor on partisan lines. A Path Forward for Regulating Crypto Markets July 7, 2023 Crypto proponents complain about 'regulation by enforcement,' but enforcement is necessary when many in the industry will use any colorable claim to avoid or delay compliance. How to Start Regulating the Crypto Markets—Immediately December 4, 2022 External links Category:Lawyers from the United States Category:Heads of United States federal agencies Category:University of Cambridge alumni Category:University of Pennsylvania alumni Category:University of Pennsylvania faculty Category:Politicians from Virginia Category:1966 births Category:Living people