Ripple's Legal Chief Meets Senator Gillibrand to Push for Clearer Crypto Rules
Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, recently met with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to discuss cryptocurrency regulation. The meeting comes as Ripple continues its legal fight with the SEC over the classification of its XRP token. Gillibrand has been actively pushing for clearer rules in the digital asset space.
Senator Gillibrand has co-written bipartisan legislation with Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) to define regulatory roles for bodies like the SEC and CFTC. The proposed law aims to bring clarity to digital asset classification and oversight. Alderoty praised her for steady leadership on market structure in the crypto sector.
Alderoty also criticised officials who slow progress on digital asset regulation, including Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). Warren had previously opposed a stablecoin-related bill in May 2025, but no updates on her stance have emerged since then. Ripple, meanwhile, remains focused on securing statutory rules for digital assets amid its ongoing SEC dispute. The company argues that clearer regulations would resolve uncertainties around tokens like XRP. Alderoty's discussions with Gillibrand signal Ripple's push for legislative solutions rather than relying on court rulings alone.
The meeting between Alderoty and Gillibrand highlights growing industry efforts to shape crypto policy. If passed, the bipartisan legislation could set clearer boundaries for regulators and businesses. Ripple's legal battle with the SEC may also hinge on future regulatory decisions.
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