The Supreme Court's recent Slaughter ruling has significantly increased presidential influence over the appointment of commissioners to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This decision allows each presidential election to potentially reshape U.S. crypto policy, as new administrations could swiftly alter the composition of these regulatory bodies. The ruling, which has not garnered widespread attention, underscores the potential for rapid policy shifts in the cryptocurrency sector following elections. While the decision grants presidents more control over the SEC and CFTC, it notably spares the Federal Reserve Board from similar changes, maintaining its current structure and independence.