A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that under no...
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.
This bill, SR772, aims to state that Samuel Bankman-Fried should not receive any form of executive clemency, such as a pardon or commutation. It also emphasizes the Senate's dedication to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the integrity of the U.S. financial system. The bill was introduced on June 17, 2026, and has since been referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. On July 15, 2026, the committee discharged the resolution by unanimous consent, and the Senate agreed to it without amendments. The bill has been submitted and is currently under consideration.
Senators Cynthia Lummis, Ruben Gallego, and Bernie Moreno are the sponsors of this resolution, representing both Republican and Democrat parties. This bipartisan support highlights the broad agreement on the importance of maintaining the rule of law and financial integrity. The resolution is a statement of the Senate's position and does not require the President's approval.
As of the latest update on July 15, 2026, the resolution has been discharged by the Senate Committee on the Judiciary and agreed to in the Senate without any changes. This indicates that the Senate is united in its stance against granting clemency to Samuel Bankman-Fried, reflecting a commitment to legal principles and financial system stability.
