U.S. President Donald Trump said during a recent YouTube interview that his decision to pardon former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao was based on fairness, not personal connection. Trump clarified he had never met or spoken with Zhao before granting clemency.
Trump stated that the pardon was motivated by his belief that Zhao’s legal treatment had been “excessive” and that “justice should apply evenly.” He emphasized that his decision had no political or financial motivation and stemmed from “wanting to correct a wrong.” The former president mentioned he had reviewed the details of Zhao’s case before acting, describing the outcome as a demonstration of his commitment to fairness in judicial matters. The comments came amid renewed discussion of Trump’s potential crypto-friendly stance ahead of the 2026 election cycle, a theme that has increasingly shaped his public appearances.
Trump’s remarks have fueled debate across both political and crypto communities about the scope of presidential pardons and their impact on regulatory consistency. While CZ has remained silent following the statement, analysts suggest Trump’s comments could strengthen his appeal among digital asset supporters seeking less punitive oversight.
Source: Interview with Donald Trump on YouTube
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