Court Denies Sam Bankman-Fried’s Request for Freedom Amid Appeal
Key Takeaways The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit denied Sam Bankman-Fried’s request for release, citing his prior witness tampering. Bankman-Fried’s defense, invoking the First Amendment, was insufficient to sway the court. Bankman-Fried, convicted on multiple charges, will remain in custody until next year’s sentencing.