This is the archived account of Heath P. Tarbert, 14th Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (2019-2021). This account is inactive.
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It's been the highlight of my career leading the CFTC over the last 17 months as Chairman. It's a special place because of its people—they made our historic accomplishments possible. I'm grateful to my fellow Commissioners and the staff for their dedication to our unique mission.
After almost 2 years at the @CFTC—including 18 incredible months as Chairman & Chief Executive—Friday will be my last day at the Commission. It's been an honor to work with so many talented individuals who make the CFTC the global standard for sound derivatives regulation.
I'll have more to share soon about my future plans, but they don't include maintaining this account. I'll be leaving it behind along with a lot of wonderful colleagues who I’ll miss working with to promote the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of US derivatives markets.
Again, I want to thank my family, my staff and fellow Commissioners, the CFTC’s career professionals, our stakeholders in Congress and industry, and @WhiteHouse45, for all of the support they’ve given me and this wonderful agency. It’s been a pleasure to serve.
Charlie has always had his finger on the pulse of Congress, industry, and the agency, making him an invaluable member of my team during my chairmanship. I wish him well in his next endeavor.
Appreciate the kind words, Chris! The groundwork you helped lay as Chairman was critical to accomplishing all that we did.
My compliments to outgoing @ChairmanHeath for his poise, prodigious accomplishments and steady leadership of @CFTC, regulator of the world’s greatest markets for financial risk allocation.
Congratulations to @CFTCBehnam for being selected Acting Chairman and Chief Executive of the @CFTC. He has been a great friend and colleague over the last 18 months and I wish him all the best in his new role.
“Thank you @POTUS for the opportunity to serve as acting chairman of @cftc. And thank you to my fellow commissioners for their trust and support to lead this extraordinary agency. cftc.gov/PressRoom/PressRele…
It has been the highlight of my career to serve the American people as the @CFTC’s 14th Chairman and Chief Executive. It is bittersweet to step down from a role that I have enjoyed so much, but it is important to clear the way for President Biden’s selection of a permanent chair.
I am incredibly proud of this agency’s record setting accomplishments over the last 18 months. I am immensely grateful to my staff, the agency’s career professionals, my fellow commissioners, and my family. My statement: go.usa.gov/xAfQj
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Today, we recognize the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His courageous efforts throughout the civil rights movement are an everlasting inspiration for us all. #IHaveADream #MartinLutherKingJrDay
The persistence of wrongdoers is an unfortunate reality of all financial markets. Read my op-ed via @Law360 on the ways the @CFTC distinguishes wrongful insider activity from legitimate risk management. law360.com/articles/1343854/…
Today, I was honored to present @SecretarySonny the Chairman’s Award for Regulatory Excellence. During my time at the @CFTC, our agencies have built a great partnership securing the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of U.S. derivatives markets for the agriculture industry.
When I recommended Dan for this role, I knew he would be the ideal General Counsel. He has more than met that high bar, displaying his wide range of incredible talents in advising the Commission over the past four years. Dan will be dearly missed here at the @CFTC.
My take in @cointelegraph on #BTC & #ETH: These commodities represent a large portion of the digital asset markets under @CFTC’s jurisdiction. Still, they are relatively small compared to others we regulate—regulatory certainty will be key to their growth. cointelegraph.com/news/did-b…
I’m reminded of President Reagan’s 1st inaugural address where he noted that the peaceful transfer of power was an American miracle. Let’s keep that miracle alive. What’s happening today at the Capitol is unacceptable and wrong.
Condemn this now, @realDonaldTrump - you are the only one they will listen to. For our country!
Innovation has historically driven our markets forward and been the lynchpin of their success, so regulators should expect decentralized finance to evolve and grow. More of my thoughts on #DeFi here via @cointelegraph: cointelegraph.com/news/was-2…
Last week I shared a few thoughts on central bank digital currencies with @cointelegraph. I believe America must lead in this space, but we must not just look to government to move things forward—partnering with the private sector will be key: cointelegraph.com/news/did-c…
Josh has been an integral member of my team since the first weeks of my term. He leaves behind a legacy of significant accomplishments. I am grateful for Josh’s service and his contributions to our historic rulemaking agenda.
NEWS: Market Participants Division Director Joshua B. Sterling to Depart CFTC in January go.usa.gov/xATsA
Jaime is a Team Tarbert original, having been with my office from the very beginning of my tenure at the CFTC. I couldn’t have picked a better person, manager, or attorney to help me lead this agency, and I’m confident she’ll excel in her future endeavors.
NEWS: CFTC Chief of Staff and Chief Operating Officer Jaime Klima to Depart Agency in January go.usa.gov/xAgzu
Thank you @ChuckGrassley for your leadership and tireless efforts to support the CFTC’s whistleblower program. Appreciate the support of your fellow Senators @SenatorHassan @joniernst & @SenatorBaldwin. grassley.senate.gov/news/new…
