Cicely LaMothe, deputy director of the SEC's Division of Corporation Finance, retired after 24 years, notably guiding seven key crypto regulatory documents. Her tenure involved critical oversight on stablecoins, liquid staking, meme coins, and controversies including Tron's Nasdaq listing and alleged Chinese ties. LaMothe’s departure comes amid significant policy changes at the SEC under Chair Paul Atkins, reduced crypto enforcement, and staff turnover raising concerns over the agency's capacity.