White House Crypto Council Executive Director Patrick Witt’s Status Unclear as Detail Nears End

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Patrick Witt’s status as executive director of the White House crypto council is unclear, with no confirmation on whether he will remain in the post as his temporary detail has expired or is nearing expiration.

Crypto journalist Eleanor Terrett reported on October 14 that it was unclear whether Witt was still serving in the role.

Terrett said she sought comment from the White House three times over the past week but received no response. Witt also declined to comment.

Witt is an employee of the U.S. Department of Defense who was temporarily detailed to the White House crypto council.

His detail has either already expired or is set to expire soon. It has not been confirmed whether the assignment will be extended.