Jay Clayton

Jay Clayton is an American lawyer and former government official known for his role as the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from 2017 to 2021. Appointed by President Donald Trump, he oversaw the regulation of the securities industry, focusing on transparency and investor protection. Clayton's tenure included significant issues like initial coin offerings (ICOs) and market stability during the COVID-19 pandemic. Before the SEC, he was a partner at a major law firm, specializing in mergers and acquisitions. His work has influenced how companies are regulated and how investors engage with financial markets.