Former President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the infamous online marketplace Silk Road. In his announcement, Trump harshly criticized the individuals involved in Ulbricht's conviction, referring to them as "scum." Ulbricht's case has been a contentious topic, drawing attention to the challenges of regulating online platforms hosting illegal activities. The pardon has ignited discussions on the fairness of the judicial process and the impact of political influence in legal decisions. Silk Road, known for its use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, facilitated illicit transactions before it was shut down.