# Bankman-Fried Seeks Presidential Pardon

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Podcast: [Crypto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bitcoin-crypto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7492376)
Published: 2026-06-08T16:07:59+00:00
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Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced crypto mogul behind FTX’s collapse, has formally requested a presidential pardon while serving a 25-year sentence for fraud. His application is now pending review by the DOJ, as the fallout from FTX’s 2022 implosion — triggered by an $8 billion shortfall at Alameda Research — continues to reverberate. Bankman-Fried openly endorsed clemency, aligning himself with Trump’s policies and even praising the former president’s actions, despite his past as a top Democratic donor. Though Trump has pardoned other crypto figures, he’s remained ambiguous about Bankman-Fried’s case — leaving the former FTX founder in prison while his legal and political maneuvers unfold. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5ccd70350d1d24cf

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