Sam Bankman-Fried dishes to Tucker Carlson about life in prison: 'It's sort of dystopian'
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried talked to former Fox News host Tucker Carlson about life in prison in an interview posted Thursday to the social platform X.
“It's sort of dystopian,” Bankman-Fried told Carlson on “The Tucker Carlson Show.” “You know, the fortunate thing, the place I'm in, I'm not in … I'm not in physical danger.”
“And, you know, frankly, a lot of the staff, they're trying to be helpful,” he added. “They're trying to, you know, do what they can, given the constraints. But, you know, no one wants to be in prison.”
Bankman-Fried was sentenced in March last year to 25 years in prison after being convicted in the fall of 2023 in the Southern District of New York on conspiracy and federal fraud charges in connection with his involvement in the collapse of FTX, a crypto exchange firm.
“A lot of people feel really let down, and they were very let down, and I am sorry about that,” Bankman-Fried said prior to receiving his sentence last year, according to CNN.
“I am sorry about what happened at every stage. And there are things I should’ve done and things I shouldn’t have.”
Bankman-Fried told Carlson in the interview that he was at a Brooklyn detention center and said that he had “made some friends.”
“I've, you know, started reading novels again. I play some chess, and I work on my legal case to the extent I can,” Bankman-Fried said.
Bankman-Fried had been a central figure in the up-and-coming crypto industry in Washington prior to the collapse of FTX. He had also scooped up notable endorsements from celebrities including NFL star Tom Brady and beloved NBA player Stephen Curry.
The Hill has reached out to the detention center in Brooklyn for comment.
Topics
-
Sam Bankman-Fried calls Sean 'Diddy' Combs 'kind' in jailhouse interview with Tucker Carlson
Sam Bankman-Fried spent his 33rd birthday dishing to Tucker Carlson about life in prison with his cell block mate, Sean "Diddy" Combs.NBC News - 24m -
Dan Crenshaw says he’d ‘f‑‑‑ing kill’ Tucker Carlson if he ever met him
Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) threatened former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, saying if he ever met the pundit, he would “f‑‑‑ing kill” him. Speaking Monday to British journalist Steven Edginton from ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
Bengals' Sam Hubbard announces retirement at age 29 after seven NFL seasons: 'I'm a Bengal for life'
The Cincinnati native spent his entire career with the teamCBS Sports - 1d -
Man serving 5 life prison sentences walks free after judge gives second chance
A man sentenced to life in prison, with what seemed like no chance of getting out, is now free. That's because of a 90-year-old judge who is trying to rethink America's justice system. Scott ...CBS News - Feb. 22 -
What Would the Church Say About End-of-Life Decisions for a Pope?
Francis has weighed in publicly before on ethics for end-of-life medical situations, but it is unknown whether he has made known his own wishes should he face such a crossroads.The New York Times - 4d -
Everything We Know About InZoi, Krafton's Upcoming Life Simulator
After loads of rumors, delays, and brief glimpses of the game, the Korean-made life simulator known as InZoi is almost here. This detailed (and visually stunning) life-sim has fans of the ...GameSpot - 1h -
Ravens: Allegations against Tucker 'concerning'
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said the number of sexual misconduct allegations made against kicker Justin Tucker is "serious and concerning" but indicated that the team will wait before ...ESPN - Feb. 25 -
"The Dish": Lebanese home cooking shines in Brooklyn
Inspired by his mother's beloved recipes, Michael Farah brings authentic Lebanese flavors to New York with "Nabila's."CBS News - Feb. 25 -
'Incredible' Jokic dishes career-high 19 assists
Denver's Nikola Jokic had a career-best 19 assists -- his 28th career game with at least 15 assists, the most by a non-guard in NBA history -- while adding 18 points and 9 rebounds as the Nuggets ...ESPN - Feb. 25
More from The Hill
-
Fox News’ Baier on interviewing Trump: ‘There's a lot to fact-check’
Fox News host Bret Baier weighed in on what it was like to interview President Trump, noting that there’s “a lot to fact-check.” Baier sat for an interview with NOTUS for a newsroom forum on ...The Hill - 17m -
Democrats ask for investigation into whether Musk is using government position to influence X advertisers
Democratic senators are asking the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate whether tech billionaire Elon Musk, a senior adviser to President Trump, is leveraging his government position to ...The Hill - 29m -
Trump says he’s 'looking at' revoking protected status for Ukrainians
President Trump said Thursday he’s looking at whether to revoke temporary protected status for thousands of Ukrainians in the United States who fled that country’s war with Russia, but that no ...The Hill - 38m -
Tim Scott unveils bill targeting debanking
Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott (R-S.C.) unveiled legislation Thursday taking aim at debanking. Debanking — the closure of accounts that banks consider risky, often with little notice or ...The Hill - 41m -
Trump raises doubts about NATO's mutual defense pact
President Trump on Thursday suggested the United States may not defend NATO allies that have not contributed enough to defense spending, casting doubt on a core aspect of the alliance. “Well, I've ...The Hill - 46m
More in Politics
-
Trump casts doubt on NATO commitments as world leaders reconsider sharing intel with U.S.
NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube joins Meet the Press NOW to share her reporting on American allies reconsidering sharing sensitive intelligence with the U.S. as ...NBC News - 15m -
Trump casts doubt on NATO commitments as world leaders reconsider sharing intel with U.S.
NBC News Senior National Security Correspondent Courtney Kube joins Meet the Press NOW to share her reporting on American allies reconsidering sharing sensitive intelligence with the U.S. as ...NBC News - 15m -
Fox News’ Baier on interviewing Trump: ‘There's a lot to fact-check’
Fox News host Bret Baier weighed in on what it was like to interview President Trump, noting that there’s “a lot to fact-check.” Baier sat for an interview with NOTUS for a newsroom forum on ...The Hill - 17m -
Tillis: GOP operative's behavior is 'single greatest threat' to retaining majority
Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., voiced his criticism of Arthur Schwartz, a GOP operative close to Donald Trump Jr. and Vice President Vance, calling his behavior "the single greatest threat" to retaining ...NBC News - 27m -
Tillis: GOP operative's behavior is 'single greatest threat' to retaining majority
Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., voiced his criticism of Arthur Schwartz, a GOP operative close to Donald Trump Jr. and Vice President Vance, calling his behavior "the single greatest threat" to retaining ...NBC News - 27m