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Sam Bankman-Fried Turns 33 in Prison, Hopes for Trump Pardon
As Sam Bankman-Fried marks his 33rd birthday in prison, he remains hopeful about his appeal and continues to advocate for a pardon from former President Donald Trump. The disgraced founder of FTX, who was sentenced to eight years in prison for his role in the cryptocurrency exchange’s collapse, has been vocal about his innocence throughout the legal proceedings.
In a recent interview with Tucker Carlson, Bankman-Fried expressed optimism about crypto regulation under a potential Trump administration. He claimed that Trump had made positive statements about the crypto industry, suggesting it could lead to more favorable regulations for the sector.
“I think there’s a real chance [the administration] will do what needs to be done,” Bankman-Fried said during the interview. “And I’m not sure what they’ll actually do, but I think there’s a real chance they’ll take the actions that are necessary.”
This is not the first time Bankman-Fried has expressed his hopes for a Trump pardon. Prior to his sentencing, he attempted to build relationships with key figures within the Trump administration in an effort to secure a lighter sentence.
Bankman-Fried’s recent interview and public statements have sparked controversy within the crypto community. Some critics have accused him of attempting to manipulate public opinion by downplaying the severity of his actions and blaming others for the collapse of FTX.
Meanwhile, some have questioned Bankman-Fried’s claim that FTX would have survived without bankruptcy proceedings, citing numerous reports suggesting otherwise.
Despite these criticisms, Bankman-Fried remains committed to his cause. He continues to advocate for a pardon from Trump and insists that he is innocent of fraud charges.
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