Crypto leaders, including Vitalik Buterin, urge for Roger Ver's pardon amid concerns of politically motivated prosecution.
Roger Ver, known as "Bitcoin Jesus," faces $48 million tax evasion charges in the U.S. He denies the charges, challenging the constitutionality of the tax rules themselves.
The recent arrest of 'Bitcoin Jesus' is stirring fear amongst investors, indicating possible stringent U.S. crackdown on cryptocurrency operations.
Roger Ver, also known as 'Bitcoin Jesus', is potentially facing extradition to the U.S. for allegedly evading taxes amounting to nearly $50 million.