Trump Promises to Commute Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht's Sentence

Former President Trump seeks Libertarian support with pledge to free darknet marketplace creator serving life in prison.

Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, was sentenced to life in prison without parole in 2015 for multiple crimes, including drug trafficking and money laundering.
Trump's promise to commute Ulbricht's sentence was one of the few moments that garnered applause during his speech at the Libertarian National Convention.
Ulbricht's case has become a symbol of government overreach for many Libertarians, who have long advocated for his release.
Trump's previous stance on drug dealers, including calls for the death penalty, contrasts with his current pledge to free Ulbricht.
The move is part of Trump's broader strategy to attract non-traditional Republican voters, including Libertarians and cryptocurrency enthusiasts.