Trump’s CFTC Nominee Accusses Winklevoss Twins: Revealing Cryptocurrency Market Influence

Former CFTC Chief Claims Gemini Twins Tried to Influence His Confirmation

Former CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz accuses Gemini co-founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss of attempting to sway his nomination as the next CFTC chairman. Quintenz shared messages on social media that reveal the twins’ concerns about the CFTC’s 2022 lawsuit against Gemini.

Tyler Winklevoss questioned how Quintenz woudl address the lawsuit and align with the President’s goals. He even offered to discuss the matter with the President if needed.However, Quintenz refused to make any commitments.

Shortly after the conversation, the White House paused Quintenz’s nomination, causing delays. This coincides with Gemini’s plans to list on Nasdaq with a $3 billion market cap. Quintenz believes the twins aimed to influence an impartial regulator for their benefits.

The conflict between Gemini and the CFTC dates back to 2022, when the agency sued the exchange over Bitcoin futures contracts. Gemini denies any wrongdoing and filed a complaint with the CFTC’s office of Inspector General in June 2025, alleging misconduct by the agency’s enforcement division.

Gemini’s complaint accuses the CFTC of pursuing the lawsuit based on false whistleblower reports. The exchange also claims that staff lawyers aimed for a “high-profile win” by targeting Gemini.No public responses from the Winklevoss twins or the CFTC have been made regarding these latest accusations.