Jay Clayton, a Candidate for Trump’s AI Chief, Was Instrumental in the SEC’s Early Crypto Enforcement Drive
Jay Clayton, a former chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, has emerged as a leading contender to head the Trump administration’s artificial‑intelligence portfolio, a role that would place him at the forefront of shaping national policy on one of the most rapidly evolving technological frontiers. Clayton’s career, however, is marked by a reputation for stringent oversight, part…
Oct. 2, 2026, 5:12 p.m.