Hester M. Peirce to Leave SEC After Nearly Nine Years
Hester M. Peirce, an SEC commissioner since 2018, will be leaving her position at the agency after nearly nine years. This change would remove one of its leading voices on crypto policy. In a June 9 speech, Peirce announced that she is preparing to leave Washington, D.C., describing herself as 'soon-to-be former regulator.'
She will join Regent University School of Law as an associate professor in November 2026. During her time at the SEC, Peirce led the agency's Crypto Task Force, which is developing its approach to digital assets.
The SEC has five commissioner seats and can continue operating with two commissioners under its quorum rule. However, Peirce's departure could affect the commission's ability to act when remaining members disagree.