President Trump announced a full pardon for Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road, after 11 years in prison. In his announcement, Trump emphasized the support he received from the Libertarian Movement and criticized those involved in Ulbricht's conviction, labeling them 'lunatics.' The Silk Road, launched in 2011, was notorious for facilitating drug trafficking and generated significant revenue before being shut down in 2013. Ulbricht was sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted on multiple charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering. The Trump administration's decision reignites debates surrounding justice and drug policy.
"I just called the mother of Ross William Ulbricht to let her know that in honor of her and the Libertarian Movement, which supported me so strongly, it was my pleasure to have just signed a full and unconditional pardon of her son, Ross."
"The scum that worked to convict him were some of the same lunatics who were involved in the modern day weaponization of government against me. He was given two life sentences, plus 40 years. Ridiculous!"
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