White House Crypto Council Director Patrick Witt Steps Down

Patrick Witt is resigning as executive director of the President's Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, commonly known as the White House Crypto Council, to return to the private sector. Witt confirmed his departure on October 14, 2026, after serving in the position since August 2025. His exit marks the third departure of a high-level White House digital asset official in 2026, following the resignations of David Sacks in March and Harry Jung in July.

Witt played a central role in coordinating the administration's digital policy agenda, including negotiations on the Clarity Act, a key bill designed to establish a federal regulatory structure for digital assets. Although the House of Representatives passed the Clarity Act over a year ago, the measure remains stalled in the Senate following failed procedural votes. Witt's departure leaves the White House without a top coordinator for digital asset strategy while critical congressional negotiations are still pending.

Investors and industry participants will be watching for the appointment of Witt's successor, as an extended vacancy could hamper progress on federal regulations. Attention also remains on the Senate to see if lawmakers can break the stalemate on the Clarity Act, as well as whether any additional personnel departures will occur within the administration's crypto policy team.