The Real-Estate Sons Have Taken Over
Briefly

Howard Lutnick's transition from being a candidate for Treasury secretary to becoming Commerce secretary allowed his sons to take over CEO roles at Cantor Fitzgerald. Brandon and Kyle Lutnick, both educated and connected within elite institutions, are now managing their father's financial firm. As chairman, Brandon is aligning the firm more closely with the volatile crypto sector, particularly with Tether, which faces federal scrutiny for possible regulatory violations. The implications of their leadership amidst significant financial and political machinations raise questions about accountability.
Howard Lutnick, after losing the Treasury secretary position, took over Commerce. His sons, Brandon and Kyle, stepped in at Cantor Fitzgerald following his ascension.
As chairman at Cantor, Brandon focused on positioning the firm in the crypto landscape, strengthening ties with Tether amid investigations into the company’s financial practices.
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