#Binance The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has granted a full presidential pardon to Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, after his conviction for violations of anti-money laundering laws. This decision has sparked a broad debate about justice and the influence of the crypto industry in politics.
*Impact on the crypto industry*
- The pardon could pave the way for Binance to return to the U.S. market, although the company has made no official announcement in this regard.
- The BNB token, closely linked to Binance, has experienced a significant increase in its price, rising about 5% in the last 24 hours.
- Trump's decision could catalyze a renaissance in investor confidence in cryptocurrencies, positioning the United States as a leader in digital finance.
*Reactions and criticisms*
- Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the measure, arguing that Zhao pleaded guilty to a criminal charge of money laundering and then supported one of Trump's crypto projects.
- White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt defended the decision, stating that the Biden administration had unfairly prosecuted Zhao and that the pardon reflects the United States' commitment to equity and innovation.
*Context and possible consequences*
- Zhao had been sentenced to four months in prison and had paid a $50 million fine as part of a settlement with the Department of Justice.
- The pardon removes the criminal barrier for Zhao to return to Binance or start new ventures, although he still faces regulatory restrictions.
- Trump's decision could set a precedent for future decisions regarding pardons and cryptocurrencies in the United States.$BTC $BNB
