Sam Bankman-Fried, former Biden donor, is seeking a pardon from former President Trump after the collapse of his crypto exchange, FTX.
Bankman-Fried is making high-profile appearances in conservative media outlets and is consulting with a lawyer close to Trump.
Insiders doubt the chances of a pardon, citing Bankman-Fried's unpopularity and the negative impact of the FTX collapse on the crypto community.
While some believe Trump's ties with the crypto industry may increase Bankman-Fried's chances, the wider crypto community does not prioritize his case.