Gary Gensler: “The investing public, not just here in this country, but around the globe, has taken an interest in these crypto assets.”

This is a field that is rife with fraud and manipulation, and I am looking out for the American investors who have been hurt by the crypto fraudsters and scammers.

No. The answer is, no.

I hope we can discuss today how undermining the SEC's mission by furloughing 90 percent of your staff will affect this country and your ability to protect our markets.

I do share your concerns that this is a field that is rife with fraud and manipulation and scams.