Pardon
Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao’s lawyer has formally asked Senator Elizabeth Warren to retract what it calls "false and defamatory" statements about a presidential pardon. The move heightens tensions between a major crypto executive and a leading regulator advocate.
On November 6, 2025, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten and 27 House Democrats opposed the pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, citing concerns over anti-money laundering violations and crypto crime. The letter calls attention to the need for accountability in the crypto industry.
Donald Trump granted a presidential pardon to Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who pleaded guilty to anti-money laundering failures in 2023. This move sparked scrutiny due to Zhao's Binance ties with Trump's family business and contrasting regulatory views between Trump and Biden governments.
On October 24, 2025, President Trump issued a pardon to Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, sparking criticism from Democratic senators including Elizabeth Warren, who called for condemnation of the decision. This development highlights the ongoing political tensions surrounding influential figures in the crypto industry.
Democrats are demanding transparency regarding reports that former President Trump was lobbied for a pardon on behalf of Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao. This political development raises questions about regulatory oversight and crypto industry influence.
On October 28, 2025, former President Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) after his guilty plea and imprisonment related to anti-money laundering violations. The pardon signals a possible shift towards accommodating the crypto industry amid controversies and political debate.
President Donald Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao following the SEC's dismissal of fraud charges, sparking criticism from Congresswoman Maxine Waters.
Top Democrats are investigating Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao's pardon application to former President Trump, amid concerns over conflicts of interest and ongoing crypto policy debates. The situation also ties into the controversial GENIUS Act, which could affect the stablecoin market.
Senate Democrats are taking steps to officially condemn President Trump's controversial pardon of Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, sparking discussions in the crypto community. This move highlights the ongoing tensions between regulatory bodies and crypto leaders.
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, was pardoned by former US President Donald Trump after a conviction related to money laundering violations. The pardon sparked mixed reactions, highlighting ongoing tensions in crypto regulation.