A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that under no circumstances should Samuel Bankman-Fried receive executive clemency, including a pardon or commutation, and affirming the Senate's commitment to the rule of law and integrity of the United States financial system.

Sponsor: Ruben Gallego (Democratic-AZ)June 17, 2026

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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117)

Senate declares FTX founder Samuel Bankman-Fried should not receive a pardon.

This resolution states the Senate's view that Samuel Bankman-Fried should not receive a presidential pardon or any other form of clemency. It also supports his 25-year prison sentence for financial fraud. The goal is to show investors and consumers that major fraudsters will be held accountable.

What Would Change

Today, Samuel Bankman-Fried has a pending request for a presidential pardon or clemency. If this resolution is agreed to, the Senate would formally state its strong opinion that he should not receive any form of clemency, affirming his 25-year sentence and the integrity of the justice system.

Key Provisions

States clearly that Samuel Bankman-Fried should not receive a presidential pardon or any other form of federal clemency.
Affirms that Samuel Bankman-Fried's 25-year prison sentence is fair and serves justice for his crimes.
Rejects claims that the FTX prosecution was unfair and supports the integrity of the federal justice system.
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to protecting financial markets and holding fraudsters accountable.

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SRES 772 · 119th Congress · June 17, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that under no circumstances should Samuel Bankman-Fried receive executive clemency, including a pardon or commutation, and affirming the Senate's commitment to the rule of law and integrity of the United States financial system.

What Would Change

Key Provisions

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