Speculation is rising that Gary Gensler, the Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), may be preparing to resign, possibly after Thanksgiving. This follows a speech in which he stated, "I've been proud to serve with my colleagues at the SEC who, day in and day out, work to protect American families on the highways of finance." According to a Fox News report, Gensler may step down voluntarily before his term expires in 2026, potentially ahead of the incoming administration's inauguration. Multiple sources suggest that names such as Dan Gallagher, Bob Stebbins, Paul Atkins, and Brad Bondi are being mentioned as possible replacements. Additionally, Gensler recently defended his crypto regulation approach amid reports that 18 states are suing the SEC for alleged overreach.