Trump Reiterates Pledge to Commute Sentence of Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht

The former president renews his vow to free Ulbricht, sparking debates over justice and government overreach.

Donald Trump has publicly committed to commuting Ross Ulbricht's life sentence if re-elected, aiming to gain support from libertarian and crypto communities.
Ulbricht, founder of the Silk Road darknet marketplace, is serving a double life sentence for charges including narcotics sales and money laundering.
Silk Road, operational from 2011 to 2013, was a pioneering platform for Bitcoin transactions, facilitating illegal goods and services.
Critics argue Ulbricht's sentence is excessively harsh, citing government corruption during the investigation and his non-violent charges.
Trump's promise to 'save' Ulbricht contrasts with his previous hardline stance on drug offenses, raising questions about his motivations.