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Roger Ver, once known as the “Bitcoin Jesus” for his early and passionate support of cryptocurrency, is now facing serious legal trouble. Charged with crimes that could lead to over 100 years behind bars, Ver is also turning to Washington for help.

A Pricey Push for Political Power

According to recent filings, Ver paid $600,000 to Trump ally Roger Stone to lobby Congress. The goal? To change the law that Ver is now accused of breaking. The New York Times reported that Stone was brought on board in February, showing just how far Ver is willing to go to fight these charges.

Ver denies doing anything wrong. In a video posted in January, he appealed directly to President Trump, explaining that he had trouble managing the U.S. exit tax because of poor liquidity in the Bitcoin market. He claims he simply couldn’t access the funds he needed at the time and did his best to comply with the rules.

The $48 Million Tax Dispute

The U.S. government says Ver dodged at least $48 million in taxes after giving up his American citizenship. The main issue centers on the exit tax, which targets wealthy individuals who renounce their citizenship. Ver insists the situation was complex and blames the lack of Bitcoin liquidity for making it difficult to meet his tax obligations.

The charges against him include mail fraud, tax evasion, and filing false tax returns—serious accusations with major consequences.

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Crypto Voices Rally Behind Ver

Even as legal pressure builds, Ver is gaining support from some influential and controversial figures in the crypto world. Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace who is serving a life sentence, has called for Ver’s pardon. He pointed to Ver’s past support and advocacy within the crypto space.

Economist Jeffrey Tucker has also come to Ver’s defense, calling him a hero who’s being punished simply for promoting freedom and financial independence.

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