SEC Enforcement Lawyers Face Fallout as Crypto Industry Pushes Back

The ongoing battle between the SEC and the cryptocurrency industry has taken a new turn—not just in regulatory policy, but in the professional reputations of SEC enforcement attorneys. With the agency facing court setbacks and political shifts, some former SEC lawyers are struggling to find opportunities in private practice, particularly at firms engaged in crypto-related work. This dynamic raises fair questions on both sides—is this an unfair punishment for regulators who were doing their jobs, or is it a natural consequence of overzealous enforcement that left a lasting impact on the industry?