The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has seen the departure of its entire enforcement team from the Chicago office, once regarded as its "top enforcement force." This development comes as the CFTC aims to broaden its regulatory oversight to include cryptocurrency and prediction markets. The Chicago office, previously staffed with 20 enforcement lawyers, played a crucial role in negotiating significant settlements with major crypto firms such as FTX and Binance. The staff reduction aligns with the CFTC's strategic shift under the leadership of Caroline Pham, who will serve as acting chairman until 2025. Pham, who also works with crypto company MoonPay, led a 21% reduction in the agency's workforce last year while advocating for expanded jurisdiction over the cryptocurrency and sports betting sectors. The departure of the Chicago team raises questions about the CFTC's capacity to enforce regulations in these rapidly evolving markets.