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Against the Rules · March 29, 2024 · 41m

Judging Sam: The Sentencing

Michael Lewis and Lidia Jean Kott attend Sam Bankman-Fried’s sentencing, where he receives 25 years in prison for fraud and conspiracy. They recount the courtroom atmosphere and share firsthand observations. The episode features legal analysis from Rebecca Mermelstein, a former federal prosecutor, who unpacks the sentencing decision and its broader implications for white-collar crime.

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Highlights

Firsthand Courtroom Observations
Michael Lewis and Lidia Jean Kott describe the scene in the courtroom during Sam Bankman-Fried’s sentencing.
The 25-Year Sentence
Sam Bankman-Fried is sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted of fraud and conspiracy.

Editorial

Expert Legal Analysis with Rebecca Mermelstein
Rebecca Mermelstein, a former federal prosecutor, offers her perspective on the sentencing and its legal significance.
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