Brian Quintenz, the CFTC nominee, published private texts with Cameron Winklevoss and Tyler Winklevoss.
He posted the screenshots on X on Wednesday. He said US President Donald Trump “might have been misled.”
Quintenz Winklevoss Texts. Source: X Brian QuintenzThe text chain dates to July 25. It shows Tyler Winklevoss sending material about Gemini’s civil case with the CFTC. That case ended in January with a $5 million settlement.
“The CFTC totally abused the deliberative process privilege… to prevent us from even be [sic] able to defend ourselves fairly in court,”
Tyler Winklevoss wrote. Quintenz framed the publication as context for his confirmation. He said the private texts explain his refusal to give any assurances.
Winklevoss Twins and CFTC Enforcement: What Brian Quintenz Says
According to Brian Quintenz, the Winklevoss twins sought clarity on CFTC enforcement. He said they referred to “lawfare trophy hunting.”
He said he would not provide the assurances they appeared to seek.
“I believe these texts make it clear what they were after from me, and what I refused to promise,”
Quintenz wrote on X. He added that the twins then contacted the President. He said they asked that his confirmation be paused for reasons beyond what the private texts show.
Gemini did not respond by publication time. Reporters requested comment from a Gemini spokesperson. There was no reply when this article was prepared.
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Senate Process and Timing Ahead of the Gemini IPO
The Senate Agriculture Committee planned to question Brian Quintenz in July. The Senate then left for a month-long recess. The hearing was delayed after a White House request.
The private texts surfaced less than 48 hours before the expected Gemini IPO on Friday. The company is aiming for a $3 billion valuation, according to prior reports. The release timing placed CFTC enforcement issues next to listing headlines.
It is not clear how the disclosure affects investors. However, the publication adds new primary material before the vote. The CFTC nominee said he wanted the messages public ahead of the process.
Inside the Private Texts: Quotes and Claims that Matter
The private texts show Tyler Winklevoss criticizing the CFTC litigation posture. He cited the “deliberative process privilege.” He argued that the agency limited Gemini’s defense options in court.
Brian Quintenz said he would not offer any enforcement assurances. He said the Winklevoss twins later contacted the White House.
He said they asked to pause his confirmation for reasons different from those in the text chain.
Coverage around the nomination also cited questions about Brian Quintenz and Kalshi. Lawmakers on the Senate Agriculture Committee oversee CFTC nominations. The committee will set the next hearing date.
CFTC Nominee, Winklevoss Twins, and Gemini IPO: The Key Records
Brian Quintenz posted the screenshots and statements on X. He said publishing the private texts was necessary before the vote. He reiterated that he refused to promise enforcement outcomes.
Gemini’s $5 million settlement with the CFTC in January remains a central data point. The text exchange on July 25 refers back to that litigation. It also shows the Winklevoss twins pressing on CFTC enforcement themes.
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📅 Published: August 4, 2025 • 🔄 Last updated: August 4, 2025
