Sam Bankman-Fried applies for a pardon from Trump

Sam Bankman-Fried, the embattled crypto mogul, has taken a surprising step by applying for a pardon from former President Donald Trump. This move comes as Bankman-Fried faces mounting legal troubles. The application itself raises questions about the potential implications for his ongoing legal cases.

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