Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX, is rumored to be under consideration for a presidential pardon due to his connections to the Democratic Party and donations to President Biden's campaign. Bankman-Fried was convicted of fraud and embezzlement and received a 25-year prison sentence, with prosecutors seeking a longer term. Concerns have been raised about potential political influence in his case. Tesla CEO Elon Musk's comments on social media added to the speculation, leading to a rise in the probability of a pardon. The handling of other individuals involved in the FTX collapse has also faced criticism. The collapse of FTX remains a significant issue for creditors and the crypto industry.



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