Former President Donald Trump makes a bold declaration to grant clemency to Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht if re-elected. At the Libertarian Party’s National Convention in Washington, Trump vows to commute Ulbricht's sentence, emphasizing his 11 years served and the need to bring him home.

Ulbricht, known for creating the pioneering darknet market Silk Road in 2011, operated under the alias "Dread Pirate Roberts" until the FBI seized his laptop in 2013.

Convicted in 2015 on multiple charges related to Silk Road, Ulbricht received two life terms plus forty years without parole.

Trump's announcement at the convention also highlights his evolving pro-crypto stance, promising to champion the development of crypto and Bitcoin within the United States, contrasting with his previous skepticism.

He pledges to safeguard crypto holders' rights, support self-custody, and prevent interference from government figures like Elizabeth Warren, signaling a significant shift from his earlier criticisms of Bitcoin.

Trump's commitment to Ulbricht's potential release and his newfound support for the crypto industry mark a notable pivot in his policies and priorities, setting the stage for potential changes in both the legal landscape and the crypto community if he secures re-election.