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Tom Emmer: “Gary's going to leave on January 20 next year. I think…”

Featuring: Tom Emmer, Republican | Majority Whip, U.S. House, Minnesota's 6th District

Fireside Chat with Majority Whip Tom Emmer on Cryptocurrency and Legislative Priorities

Published January 6, 2025 | Video Starts at 06:18

I didn't realize how much Elizabeth Warren actually controls, or I should say the senator from Massachusetts who shall not be named. She and her colleagues like Gary Gensler. I know you're all disappointed. Gary's going to leave on January 20 next year. I think that's something we can all celebrate. Don't let the door hit you on the way out. I was just going to say I hope he's moving fast. (06:18–06:24)

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Asserts that Gary Gensler will leave his position on January 20 next year.

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