Christopher Cox (SEC Chairman)

Christopher Cox is an American lawyer and politician who served as the Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from 2005 to 2009. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing the nation's securities markets, ensuring investor protection, and enforcing securities laws. During his tenure, he dealt with significant issues like the financial crisis of 2008, implementing regulations to enhance market transparency and integrity. Before leading the SEC, Cox was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. His work aimed to balance the needs of investors and the markets while promoting fair trading practices.