Fact Check: Was CZ the victim of a Biden “witch hunt”?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)


Claim: “CZ was a victim of a Biden witch hunt.”


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: The DOJ’s investigation into Binance began in 2018 during Trump’s own presidency. Both Binance and Changpeng Zhao admitted to significant compliance failures enabling money laundering and sanctions violations. There is no evidence of political targeting, contradicting Trump’s claim completely.


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Date: 11/18/2025


 

Last Updated on November 19, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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