white-collar crime

Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes has prison sentence reduced again

Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes has prison sentence reduced again. It seems like the justice system has once again favored the rich and powerful. Holmes, who was found guilty of defrauding wealthy individuals, is now scheduled for release earlier than expected. The fact that her sentence has been reduced by more than four months is disheartening, especially considering the magnitude of the damage she caused.

Holmes was ordered to pay a hefty sum of $452 million in restitution to those she defrauded, but a judge delayed those payments due to her “limited financial resources.” It is disappointing to see that even in the face of such a significant financial obligation, she seems to be getting away with it.… Continue reading

Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison

I can’t help but feel a sense of satisfaction knowing that Sam Bankman-Fried has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. That’s a significant portion of his life gone, and the consequences of his actions will echo far beyond his release date. The idea of spending decades behind bars, isolated from the world and stripped of all the comforts we take for granted, is truly a daunting one. With no internet, video games, friends, or any semblance of a normal life, the punishment is severe, and rightfully so. It’s a sobering reminder that when you mess with rich people’s money, the repercussions can be grave.… Continue reading