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Trump nominated Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors.
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Miran has called for more streamlined crypto regulation.
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He will serve until January 2026, filling a recently vacated seat.
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Miran has experience in finance, government, and investment.
A Pro-Crypto Voice at the Fed
President Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miran, a known supporter of clearer crypto rules, to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The seat was previously held by Adriana Kugler, who resigned to return to academia.
Miran’s Background and Views
Miran currently chairs the Council of Economic Advisers and has publicly argued that crypto regulation should be simplified to encourage innovation. In past social media posts, he criticized excessive regulation while acknowledging wrongdoing in the industry, such as Binance’s past violations.
Career Experience
His experience includes roles at the U.S. Treasury, Fidelity Investments, and investment firm Hudson Bay, which has traded in FTX bankruptcy claims. He will serve on the Fed board until January 31, 2026.
