Silk Road

Ross Ulbricht Calls for Clemency for ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver

Ross Ulbricht, the recently pardoned founder of Silk Road, is now advocating for clemency for Roger Ver, also known as “Bitcoin Jesus.” Ver was arrested in Spain in April 2024 on U.S. charges of tax evasion, fraud, and filing false tax returns. He faces a potential 109-year prison sentence if

February 21, 2025 2 mins read

Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht Ending Double Life Sentence

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, founder of the Silk Road dark web marketplace. The decision ends Ulbricht’s two life sentences plus 40 years, a punishment many consider excessive. Trump announced the pardon on Truth Social, emphasizing his ties to the Libertarian movement.

January 22, 2025 2 mins read