Headline: Bo Hines, a key crypto advisor to President Trump, has resigned today—August 9, 2025—to return to the private sector. He had served as the Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, a position he held following his December 2024 appointment and formal start in January 2025 .
Key Highlights:
Role and Achievements
Hines was instrumental in advancing the administration’s crypto policy, including leading a working group that shaped significant legislation and calling for dedicated digital-asset regulation from the SEC. He was also a strong advocate for the recently enacted GENIUS Act, focused on regulating stablecoins .
Departure and Future Plans
He announced his resignation to rejoin the private sector but expressed pride in his public service. White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks praised Hines for his contributions and indicated that his leadership set critical frameworks in motion .
Leadership Transition
Deputy Director Patrick Witt is expected to step into Hines’ role, maintaining continuity for the administration’s pro-crypto policy momentum .