Brian Quintenz, President Trump’s nominee to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), faced intense questioning during a Senate hearing on Tuesday. Senator Tina Smith and Raphael Warnock pressed Quintenz about his stance on maintaining a balanced commission at the CFTC, a critical consideration as lawmakers assess his leadership potential. Despite being questioned by Senators regarding recommendations for a bipartisan commission, Quintenz remained hesitant to provide specific commitments, choosing instead to emphasize his experience during the hearing. This cautious approach raised concerns amongst Senator Smith who expressed disappointment with Quintenz’s evasive answers.