#Trump pardons dark web founder#

Donald Trump's pardon of Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht sparked widespread attention. Ulbricht had been sentenced to life in prison for creating and operating the Silk Road website, a darknet marketplace that allowed users to engage in illicit transactions. Trump's pardon drew cheers from the cryptocurrency community and libertarians who felt Ulbricht's sentence was too harsh. However, the pardon also ignited major discussions about justice, cryptocurrency, and the impact of Ulbricht's legacy. Some saw Ulbricht's pardon as a victory for justice, while others argued it would encourage future criminal activity. In his pardon, Trump criticized the "scum" who tried to convict Ulbricht and said he personally called Ulbricht's mother to deliver the news. The pardon was part of Trump's fulfillment of a campaign promise to release Ulbricht. The event also highlighted Trump's support for the cryptocurrency community and his criticisms of certain practices within the justice system.