At the recent WAGMI conference in Miami, Aaron R. Day, the Chairman and CEO of the Daylight Freedom Foundation, delivered a powerful address highlighting the challenges faced by Roger Ver in his battle against the U.S. government. Day emphasized the seriousness of the situation, referring to it as a “high stakes situation.”
During his speech at the Blockchain Week event in Miami, Day shed light on the plight of Roger Ver, a well-known early bitcoin investor and libertarian activist who is currently facing potential prison time after being arrested in Spain. Ver has been detained for nine months awaiting extradition, with the case revolving around alleged tax issues from 2014.
Despite Ver’s efforts to comply with legal and financial regulations by hiring top advisors, the charges against him are believed to be politically motivated due to his vocal opposition to central banks and government overreach. Day highlighted the absurdity of the situation, pointing out that Ver had paid his exit taxes and believed he was in compliance with the IRS until they launched an investigation in 2018.
The case was reignited under Biden’s Executive Order 14067, which led to Ver’s extended detention in Spain and the looming threat of a 19-year sentence for alleged tax fraud. Day expressed outrage at the severity of the charges, noting that there has been no opportunity for Ver to settle the case.
Furthermore, Day pointed out that the case is not just about Ver’s involvement in Bitcoin but also about the violation of attorney-client privilege. The potential implications of the IRS seizing confidential documents and penalizing individuals retroactively for following legal advice are alarming and could set a dangerous precedent.
In light of Ver’s situation, Day called on attendees to support him by visiting freerogernow.org, signing the open letter, and sharing information about the case. He expressed hope that with enough awareness and support, there is a possibility for the DOJ to drop the case or for Ver to win his extradition case.
Ver’s predicament serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of unchecked government overreach and the weaponization of tax laws to suppress dissent and innovation. Day emphasized the importance of rallying together to defend Ver, not just for his sake but to uphold the principles of free markets and individual liberty.
If you want to show your support for Roger Ver and stay updated on his case, visit freerogernow.org today to explore his Motion to Dismiss and sign the petition for his freedom. Let’s stand together in the fight against government overreach and injustice.