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Michael Barr’s Fed Exit Sparks Hope for Crypto-Friendly Policies

Michael Barr’s Fed Exit Sparks Hope for Crypto-Friendly Policies
Michael Barr’s Fed Exit Sparks Hope for Crypto-Friendly Policies
Victoria James
Last updated: January 7, 2025 9:52 am
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Victoria James
Published January 7, 2025
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Michael Barr, the Federal Reserve’s Vice Chair for Supervision, announced on Monday that he would resign effective Feb. 28, 2025. The decision to resign has made ripples across both the financial and cryptocurrency worlds, as many in the crypto industry see it as a possible inflexion point for regulatory policies.

Contents
Putting the Fed’s Mission FirstCrypto Supporters See Possible Policy ChangesBarr Under Attack from New ‘Failures’ of America NomineeEconomic and Political Context and Future ImplicationsImplications for the Crypto EcosystemFAQs

Barr’s exit comes amid reports of political pressure, with advisers to President-elect Donald Trump reportedly weighing whether to demote him. 

News reports showed that Trump’s team previously considered removing Barr, the nation’s chief banker, from his supervisory position—an action that would have precipitated a legal confrontation and endangered the Federal Reserve’s independence.

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Michael Barr’s Fed Exit Sparks Hope for Crypto-Friendly Policies

Putting the Fed’s Mission First

In an explanation of his resignation, Barr said,

“The position of vice chair for supervision was added following the Global Financial Crisis to ensure more responsibility, transparency, and accountability in oversight of our financial system. There will be a risk of it becoming a distraction from our mission, a dispute over the position. In the present landscape, I’ve concluded I will be more able to serve the American people in my role as governor.”

Under the plan, Barr will still be serving a seat on the Fed Board of Governors.

Crypto Supporters See Possible Policy Changes

Proponents of crypto are celebrating Barr’s resignation as an opportunity for regulatory change. The Vice Chair for Supervision is responsible for banking regulation in the U.S. and helps shape policies for the financial system and its relationship with cryptocurrency.

As attorney general, Barr advocated for strong scrutiny of stablecoins and other digital assets. He called for the Federal Reserve to regulate stablecoin issuers and set up a specialized task force to keep tabs on the crypto sector due to the risk that these innovations pose. His cautiousness hampered industry growth, critics contend; banks significantly cut their interactions with cryptocurrency firms on his watch.

While there is no direct evidence that the Federal Reserve compelled banks to withdraw relationships with digital currency businesses, some crypto proponents feel Barr’s approach to regulation helped create an unwelcoming environment for the sector.

Barr Under Attack from New ‘Failures’ of America Nominee

Incoming Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis, a noted proponent of digital assets, didn’t miss an opportunity to take Barr to task. In a statement posted on social media, she accused him of facilitating “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” and overextending his reach to the detriment of Wyoming’s growing digital asset industry. 

“Michael Barr has utterly failed to do his job as Vice Chair for Supervision at every turn,” she said.

Lummis and other lawmakers have long opposed Barr’s regulatory approach, especially his call for increased scrutiny of stablecoins. Such pushback mirrors wider frustrations among crypto supporters who say overregulation hinders innovation.

Economic and Political Context and Future Implications

Barr’s departure comes at a politically fraught moment, as Trump is about to assume office later this month. In addition, the president-elect has announced his desire to rein in regulatory constraints, particularly those affecting the financial sector. This has led many to speculate that Trump’s administration could be more lenient with cryptocurrency regulation.

Potential successors to Barr may include Federal Reserve officials who agree with Trump’s deregulatory agenda. And of the governors, Michelle Bowman has already spoken out against Barr’s proposals. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold off on much new rulemaking until it has a new Vice Chair for Supervision.

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Michael Barr’s Fed Exit Sparks Hope for Crypto-Friendly Policies

Implications for the Crypto Ecosystem

The developments are of great interest to the crypto industry. Barr’s exit could clear the way for policies that promote innovation and lower barriers to adoption. Advocates have hoped the next regulatory framework will achieve a balance between protecting financial stability and supporting technological progress.

As the leadership transition continues, these changes could have a lasting impact on the direction of the industry in the U.S., and both traditional financial institutions and cryptocurrency players have read the signals related to those changes.

FAQs

Why did Michael Barr leave his position as Vice Chair for Supervision?

Michael Barr said he was concerned about the distraction that political tussles over his role would create and that he would work better as a Federal Reserve governor.

What does Barr’s resignation mean for cryptocurrency? 

His ouster gives new hope for crypto-friendly policies, as critics claim his strict oversight scared banks away from working with crypto companies, stifling industry growth.

How does Senator Cynthia Lummis feel about Barr’s tenure? 

Lummis blamed Barr for abandoning his supervisory responsibilities by allowing restrictive policies such as “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” to derail the digital asset industry.

What’s going to be different with Barr out and Trump’s already-decided administration? 

Pro-crypto voices see the possibility for fewer regulatory barricades under Trump and a new Federal Reserve pick, helping to promote innovation and clearer regulatory lines for digital products.

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