Trump says he will consider pardoning Bitcoin app Samourai developer Keonne Rodriguez

According to Decrypt, U.S. President Trump stated that he is willing to consider pardoning convicted Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez, noting that he has been made aware of the case.

When discussing Rodriguez's case, Trump told the media, "I have heard about this case, and I will take a look." Trump then said to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was also present, "We will keep an eye on this, Pam." Rodriguez was sentenced to five years in federal prison last month for his involvement in creating the Samourai wallet. This tool allows Bitcoin users to ensure transaction privacy without transferring funds to a third party. He is scheduled to report to federal prison this Friday.