Crypto Founders Seek Pardons from President Trump
- President Trump has pardoned notable crypto figures, including Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht and BitMEX co-founders.
- Binance founder Changpeng Zhao is legally seeking a pardon after serving a four-month sentence for money laundering violations.
- FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried, sentenced to 25 years for fraud and conspiracy, is reportedly campaigning for a pardon.
- Roger Ver, facing tax evasion charges, publicly requested a pardon but faces complications due to renouncing U.S. citizenship.
- Joby Weeks hinted at seeking a pardon after pleading guilty in connection with the BitClub Ponzi scheme.
Several prominent crypto founders are actively seeking pardons from President Trump following his previous clemency actions for figures like Ross Ulbricht and BitMEX executives. Changpeng Zhao and Sam Bankman-Fried are among those pursuing legal channels or campaigns for relief.
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