#数字资产市场动态 Wall Street Giants' Political Choices: From Rejecting the Fed to Considering Treasury Secretary

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon’s recent statements have caused quite a stir in the financial world—he explicitly said it’s "absolutely impossible" to take over the Federal Reserve, but his stance on the Treasury Secretary position has softened. This legendary figure, who has led Wall Street giants for a quarter of a century, exemplifies what it means to "participate selectively" in politics through his actions.

Why refuse the Fed but be open to the Treasury? Dimon’s logic is straightforward: the Federal Reserve’s decision-making power is heavily constrained by Congress, whereas he’s used to having unquestioned authority at JPMorgan Chase. The power structure and operational mode of the position itself are his primary considerations. Such frankness is uncommon among Wall Street executives.

During the 2008 financial crisis, JPMorgan Chase seized the opportunity to acquire Bear Stearns, becoming one of the few major banks to emerge unscathed. This achievement gave him enough confidence to choose whether to enter politics and which position to pursue.

Interestingly, his political leanings align with Trump’s economic policies. He has long supported tax cuts and deregulation of the financial sector. Their shared economic philosophy might be the reason he’s willing to take calls.

But for the crypto market, what’s more worth noting is the deeper significance behind this. The Trump administration is pushing for the legalization of cryptocurrencies, and the signing of the "Genius Act" has established a regulatory framework for stablecoins. JPMorgan has long been eyeing digital assets. If Dimon truly enters government, how far could the integration of Wall Street and the crypto market accelerate? The collaboration model between traditional financial giants and digital assets could face unprecedented restructuring.

Someone with experience in handling financial crises, if they hold real fiscal power and are optimistic about the future of crypto markets, could bring about transformative changes for the industry. This is a question worth pondering.