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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.

USA119th CongressSRES-772| Senate 
| Updated: 7/15/2026
Ruben Gallego

Ruben Gallego

Democratic Senator

Arizona

Cosponsors (2)
Cynthia M. Lummis (Republican)Bernie Moreno (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This Senate resolution unequivocally states that Samuel Bankman-Fried , convicted of extensive financial fraud, should not be granted any form of executive clemency , including a presidential pardon or commutation. The resolution emphasizes that his 25-year federal prison sentence is appropriate given the extraordinary scale and deliberateness of his crimes, his lack of remorse, and the catastrophic harm inflicted upon millions of victims. It asserts that this sentence serves the interests of justice and provides accountability for one of the largest financial frauds in American history. Furthermore, the resolution rejects any characterization of the FTX prosecution as "lawfare," affirming the integrity of the federal criminal justice process that led to Bankman-Fried's conviction and sentencing. The Senate reaffirms its commitment to protecting the integrity of United States financial markets , safeguarding investors and consumers, and holding accountable those who commit large-scale fraud and theft. This stance underscores the principle that the rule of law applies equally to all persons, ensuring public confidence in the financial system.

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Timeline
Jun 17, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Jun 17, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 17, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2896)
Jul 15, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jul 15, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117)
Jul 15, 2026
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • June 17, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • June 17, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 17, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2896)


  • July 15, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • July 15, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117)


  • July 15, 2026
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Congressional tributesCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationFraud offenses and financial crimes

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.

USA119th CongressSRES-772| Senate 
| Updated: 7/15/2026
This Senate resolution unequivocally states that Samuel Bankman-Fried , convicted of extensive financial fraud, should not be granted any form of executive clemency , including a presidential pardon or commutation. The resolution emphasizes that his 25-year federal prison sentence is appropriate given the extraordinary scale and deliberateness of his crimes, his lack of remorse, and the catastrophic harm inflicted upon millions of victims. It asserts that this sentence serves the interests of justice and provides accountability for one of the largest financial frauds in American history. Furthermore, the resolution rejects any characterization of the FTX prosecution as "lawfare," affirming the integrity of the federal criminal justice process that led to Bankman-Fried's conviction and sentencing. The Senate reaffirms its commitment to protecting the integrity of United States financial markets , safeguarding investors and consumers, and holding accountable those who commit large-scale fraud and theft. This stance underscores the principle that the rule of law applies equally to all persons, ensuring public confidence in the financial system.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline
Jun 17, 2026
Submitted in Senate
Jun 17, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 17, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2896)
Jul 15, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jul 15, 2026
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117)
Jul 15, 2026
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • June 17, 2026
    Submitted in Senate


  • June 17, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.


  • June 17, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2896)


  • July 15, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • July 15, 2026
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117)


  • July 15, 2026
    Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Ruben Gallego

Ruben Gallego

Democratic Senator

Arizona

Cosponsors (2)
Cynthia M. Lummis (Republican)Bernie Moreno (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional tributesCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationFraud offenses and financial crimes