U.S. Senator Tim Scott has expressed support for Paul Atkins, the nominee for Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In a recent statement, Scott highlighted Atkins' career focus on policies that encourage capital formation and job creation.

Scott stated, "Throughout his career, Paul Atkins has championed policies that promote capital formation and job creation, and his extensive experience in financial regulation will be critical to reversing the harm Gary Gensler has done to our capital markets." He also noted Atkins' understanding of regulatory clarity for the digital assets industry, emphasizing its importance for Americans interested in this asset class.

Senator Scott looks forward to working with his colleagues on considering Atkins' nomination promptly.