Aaron Klein, a scholar at the Brookings Institution, has raised concerns about the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's (CFTC) capacity to regulate digital assets as Congress considers the CLARITY Act. Klein highlighted that the CFTC, originally designed for commodity futures markets, lacks the resources and expertise needed for expanded oversight in the cryptocurrency sector. Recent staff departures and organizational changes have further strained the CFTC's regulatory capabilities, risking ineffective oversight similar to past financial crises. Klein also criticized the fragmentation of digital asset regulation across multiple agencies, which could lead to delays and enforcement issues reminiscent of the Dodd-Frank era. He urged for stronger coordination between the CFTC and the SEC, suggesting a potential merger to enhance regulatory efficiency. In the interim, he recommended practical measures like shared office space to improve collaboration.