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There is a lot of conjecture about who would take important government positions should former President Donald Trump get re-elected for another term. This conversation revolves mostly around the possible nomination of a new Treasury secretary. 
The biggest talk is coming from two names: Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, and <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/07/20/business/the-odd-yet-interesting-choice-of-who-trump-may-tap-to-be-his-treasury-secretary/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Larry Fink, BlackRock’s CEO</a>. The particular financial history of any candidate might have a big influence on conventional banking as well as the growing crypto industry. 
<h2 id="strong-larry-fink-a-crypto-and-finance-buddy-strong">Larry Fink: A Crypto And Finance Buddy?</h2> 
Prominent among the contenders for the Treasury Secretary post is Larry Fink, chairman of BlackRock, the biggest asset management company worldwide. He is a potential pick because of his close financial links to Trump: BlackRock has handled his finances and investment portfolio. Beyond their personal ties, though, Fink’s opinion on cryptocurrencies may change the nature of the market. 
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 Donald Trump is considering BlackRock CEO Larry Fink as Treasury Secretary 
 Just a reminder that Larry is pro <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://t.co/AmshAKFwIe" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/AmshAKFwIe</a> 
 — Quinten | 048.eth (@QuintenFrancois) <a href="https://twitter.com/QuintenFrancois/status/1815062134645985547?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">July 21, 2024</a>
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Regarding incorporating cryptocurrency into normal banking, Fink has been quite receptive. This viewpoint is much different from Jamie Dimon’s acknowledged mistrust of Bitcoin and other digital assets. 
Should Larry Fink be chosen, the bitcoin industry might discover a more favorable regulatory climate, therefore opening the path for more general use and innovation. 
Fink’s time at BlackRock, notably running the Obsidian Fund—a worldwide fixed-income multi-strategy hedge fund—showcases his capacity to impact significant financial regulations with a more progressive approach on digital assets. 
<h2 id="strong-will-it-be-dimon-strong">Will It Be Dimon?</h2> 
Conversely, Jamie Dimon’s name has also been touted as possible Treasury secretary. Renowned for his conservative opinions on cryptocurrencies, Dimon might provide a rather different approach to financial control. His negative attitude on Bitcoin, which he has called a “fraud” in the past, may indicate a more wary or limited legal environment for digital currencies. 
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 Trump could pick Jamie Dimon for Treasury secretary <a href="https://t.co/oK4JlTtrr0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://t.co/oK4JlTtrr0</a> 
 — FOX Business (@FoxBusiness) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoxBusiness/status/1814866328437576093?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">July 21, 2024</a>
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Dimon’s vast knowledge of conventional banking systems and his long experience with JPMorgan Chase might provide stability to these industries. This may hinder the expansion and creativity in the crypto market even while it would comfort established investors and financial institutions. 
Dimon’s possible nomination might offer a conservative, stability-oriented attitude that stands quite apart from the more radical possible plans under Larry Fink. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full" src="https://www.tradingview.com/x/7BHOui6q/" width="1835" height="883"> Biden’s Exit And Harris’ Ascendancy 
Among these predictions, another significant event has surfaced: President Joe Biden has formally dropped from the 2024 contest. Biden has surprisingly supported Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Based on weeks of conjecture, this choice may change the course of the forthcoming election. 
The possible candidature of Harris adds fresh elements to the electoral equation. Although her nomination has not yet been formally approved, her elevation may lay the ground for a fierce challenge against Trump. The Democratic Party’s support of Harris might change voter attitudes and campaign tactics, therefore altering the 2024 election scene and adding even another degree of complication. 
The pick of Treasury secretary will surely be a major focus for political observers as well as financial markets as the prospect of Trump’s comeback hangs. 
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Could BlackRock’s Larry Fink Be Trump’s Next Treasury Secretary?

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