Ripple News: XRP Price Hits $1 Milestone Amid Gary Gensler Resignation Speculation

• XRP has surpassed the $1 mark, reaching $1.12, fueled by speculation surrounding SEC Chair Gensler’s resignation and market optimism.
• Speculation about Gensler’s departure, alongside Ripple CEO Garlinghouse’s meeting with Trump, has heightened expectations for favorable regulatory changes, potentially benefiting Ripple and the broader crypto market.

As per a recent update on the investigation into SEC Chair Gensler’s hiring practices, CNF reported concerns about political bias, which could potentially affect the agency’s objectivity and scrutiny of its decisions, particularly in the crypto sector.

Nevertheless, XRP has surged past the crucial $1 mark, reaching $1.07 in recent trading. This achievement, the first in years, signals renewed optimism in the market. At the time of writing, Ripple (XRP) is trading at $1.12, having surged by 5.66% in the past day and 88.06% in the past week. See the XRP price chart below.

Historically, XRP has struggled around the $0.75 range, but a strong breakout above $0.95 has propelled its price higher. Traders are now watching to see if XRP can maintain this momentum and edge closer to its all-time high of $3.30.

Speculation on Gensler’s Departure Fuels Optimism

The price rally comes amid speculation about SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s potential resignation, reportedly as early as November 18. Gensler has been a central figure in the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit, and his departure could significantly shift the regulatory environment.

A crypto-friendlier SEC leader could pave the way for positive developments for XRP and the broader digital asset space. Furthermore, James K. Filan recently shared his thoughts on the duels between the SEC and Ripple in a tweet.

#XRPCommunity #SECGov v. #Ripple #XRP BREAKING: The @SECGov has filed a Notice of Appeal of Judge Torres’s Ruling. pic.twitter.com/j8bLIZQ5LT

— James K. Filan (@FilanLaw) October 2, 2024

Ripple’s Trump Meeting Sparks Buzz

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s recent meeting with President-elect Donald Trump has added to the excitement. Although details of the discussion remain undisclosed, the timing, alongside speculation about regulatory changes, has energized the market.

As XRP sustains its upward trajectory, many in the crypto community are optimistic about a potential new chapter for Ripple and digital assets.