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Warren Challenges DOJ on Binance Compliance Amid Trump Administration Allegations
Senator Warren Intensifies Scrutiny on Binance
- Senator Elizabeth Warren demands clarification from the US DOJ about Binance's compliance with a 2023 settlement.
- Concerns arise over Binance's alleged ties to Trump’s administration and regulatory oversight easing.
- Warren, alongside two Democratic senators, seeks confirmation on Binance's adherence to its plea agreement related to money laundering and sanctions violations.
- The inquiry includes Binance's exit status from the US market and discussions of a potential pardon for former CEO Changpeng Zhao.
- Reports suggest meetings between Binance executives and Treasury Department officials, raising questions about compliance monitoring.
- Senators also inquire about World Liberty Financial’s plans to list USD1 stablecoin on Binance.
- DOJ confirms Binance paid due penalties but does not address all compliance queries.
- NewsBTC reports ongoing discussions to potentially remove an external compliance monitor from Binance’s $4.3 billion settlement.
- Democrats express concern as DOJ scales back compliance monitors established during Biden’s administration.
