Trump says he won't rescue Sam Bankman-Fried with pardon

Former President Donald Trump has publicly stated that he will not extend a pardon to Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX, who has faced serious legal challenges and allegations of fraudulent activities. Trump's remarks clarify his position on the matter, indicating that he does not intend to intervene in Bankman-Fried's legal situation or offer him any form of clemency. source: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/01/08/trump-says-he-won-t-rescue-sam-bankman-fried-with-pardon