Pro-crypto lawyer John Deaton takes on Senator Warren in showdown over corporate greed

As a seasoned researcher, I find myself captivated by the intriguing exchange between John E. Deaton and Senator Elizabeth Warren. With a 20-year history of taking on corporations, including some that Warren herself has represented, it’s clear that Deaton is not one to back down from a challenge. His recent broadside serves as a reminder that he is more than ready to confront Warren on various issues, especially their differing views on crypto.


Advocate John E. Deaton has taken issue with Senator Elizabeth Warren’s viewpoint on “self-serving businesses” and insurance firms, expressing his disagreement.

In response to a post about price gouging by American corporations, made by the current senator (Warren) who is up for re-election this year on a Democratic ticket, Deaton (a potential Republican challenger), expressed his views.

For over two decades, I’ve been standing up against profit-driven corporations and insurance firms, such as one-time client Traveler’s Insurance, championing the rights of hardworking families throughout the commonwealth. Excited for our upcoming conversation on this subject matter. Looking forward to seeing you soon…

— John E Deaton (@JohnEDeaton1) August 26, 2024

In a recent post, Warren criticized large corporations for raising food costs, thus reaping massive profits while causing hardship for many American citizens. She was actively advocating for the Democratic presidential nominee, Kamala Harris, who she believes will implement stringent regulations against excessive pricing practices.

As a crypto enthusiast, I’ve noticed that big corporations have been jacking up food prices, reaping huge profits while hardworking Americans bear the brunt of it all. It’s encouraging to see Vice President @KamalaHarris taking action against such price gouging and working diligently to lower costs for us everyday folks.

— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) August 26, 2024

Instead, Deaton seized the moment to underline to the senator his longstanding record of confronting corporations for over two decades, among them some companies that used to be associated with Warren.

The lawyer was referring to Travelers Insurance, which Warren’s firm had defended in a case involving lung cancer and mesothelioma victims. He also suggested he was open to having further discussions with Sen. Warren on the subject.

Differing views on crypto

Deaton’s recent statement continues his long-standing dispute with Warren, who is now running for senator in Massachusetts. This clash has sparked curiosity within the cryptocurrency community due to their contrasting opinions about the industry.

In contrast, Deaton is a firm supporter of cryptocurrencies, whereas Warren has been vocal about her criticisms towards the industry. She has voiced worries over various aspects such as potential threats to national security and unscrupulous practices within crypto businesses. The senator has also repeatedly urged for tighter regulations to align crypto with traditional finance standards.

In the case, Deaton made a name for himself by standing up against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission during their legal battle with Ripple (XRP), gaining recognition as a result.

Furthermore, a well-known lawyer established CryptoLaw, a resource offering crypto owners information and updates about regulatory changes in U.S. digital asset law. The potential senator has faced disagreements with Senator Warren and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler over their stance on the issue.

Although heavily engaged with digital currencies, the Detroit-born individual who relocated to Massachusetts in early 2024 clarifies that he is not campaigning on cryptocurrency. Instead, he has emphasized his intent to confront Warren’s views on multiple topics directly.

As I’m writing this, Senator Warren has yet to respond to Denton. However, it’s important to note that Denton, the crypto lawyer, hasn’t secured his party’s primary nomination yet. The primaries are scheduled for just over a week from now, and only then can he officially challenge Warren on the issues of cryptocurrency regulation.

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2024-08-27 12:34