Trump Nominates Harmeet Dhillon for DOJ Civil Rights Division

President-elect Donald Trump has selected Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner and critic of climate disclosure regulations, to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission. Atkins, known for his support of cryptocurrency and opposition to the SEC's climate-disclosure rule, is expected to roll back efforts promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing. Environmental groups have criticized the choice, fearing it will undermine responsible investing and climate accountability. Atkins would replace Gary Gensler, who has been a proponent of the climate disclosure rule.