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 <p>Once-lauded moments in Sam Bankman-Fried’s history have faded into the background as his legal battles took an unforeseen turn in a widely watched trial. SBF, the co-founder of FTX and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency sector became embroiled in controversy, leading his attorney, David Mills, to openly express frustration and disappointment, labeling him the most challenging witness he has encountered.</p>
 <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-former-glory-and-a-downfall">Former Glory and a Downfall</h4>
 <p>Up until 2022, SBF reveled in a luxurious lifestyle, managing his business from a mansion in the Bahamas and accumulating a substantial net worth of $22.5 billion. Comparisons to the renowned investor Warren Buffett were not uncommon in the media. However, the onset of legal challenges thrust his once illustrious career into the spotlight, overshadowing his prior success.</p>
 <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mills-displeasure-with-sbf-s-cross-examination">Mills’ Displeasure with SBF’s Cross-Examination</h4>
 <p>David Mills, the legal strategist behind SBF’s defense, recently detailed the hurdles he confronted while representing the embattled cryptocurrency tycoon. In an unexpected twist, Mills revealed that SBF deviated from the meticulously crafted legal strategy, particularly during the cross-examination phase. He said,</p>
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 <p><strong>“He may be at the very top of the list as the worst person I’ve ever seen do a cross-examination.”</strong></p>
 <p>Mills, a peer from Stanford Law School and a close associate of <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="SBF" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/sbf.html">SBF</a>’s parents, expressed his dismay. This revelation introduces an additional layer of complexity to an already intricate legal narrative.</p>
 <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-impact-on-mills-professional-future">Impact on Mills’ Professional Future</h4>
 <p>The taxing trial and the personal stakes involved have left a mark on Mills, causing him to reassess his future in criminal law. He conveyed that he will refrain from emotionally investing himself on a profoundly personal level in a case of this nature, underscoring the significant repercussions of SBF’s trial on his professional outlook.</p>
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 <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-strained-relationship-with-sbf">A Strained Relationship with SBF</h4>
 <p>Mills’ decision to distance himself from any potential appeal by the <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="FTX" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/ftx.html">FTX</a> founder underscores the strain on their professional association. He cited concerns about being a probable scapegoat, particularly when one steadfastly believes in a client’s complete innocence. The emotional toll of the trial appears to have strained the once-solid connection between Mills, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="SBF" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/sbf.html">SBF</a>, and his parents.</p>
 <p><strong>“I’m not going to get myself emotionally involved on a very deep personal level in a case like this again. I’m just not going do it.”</strong></p>
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 <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-conflicting-emotions">Conflicting Emotions</h4>
 <p>In a statement, Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="SBF" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/sbf.html">SBF</a>’s parents, conveyed their appreciation and warmth towards Mills. They commended him as an exceptional attorney and an unwavering friend during trying times. The contrasting emotions within this legal team highlight the intricacies of navigating a high-stakes trial, both from a professional and personal standpoint.</p>
 <p>The unfolding legal saga surrounding Sam Bankman-Fried continues to reveal the difficulties faced by the legal team and the personal toll it exacts on those involved. David Mills’ forthright revelations offer a unique insight into the inner workings of a convoluted trial, leaving onlookers to contemplate the future repercussions for SBF and those who were once staunch allies in his legal defense.</p>
 <p><strong>Also Read: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="FTX" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/ftx.html">FTX</a> Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Is Now Trading Fish Instead of Crypto</strong></p>
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  <li>crypto</li>
  <li>cryptocurrency</li>
  <li>FTX</li>
  <li>sam bankman fried</li>
  <li>SBF</li>
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<p>Source: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://thebittimes.com/ftx-sbf-earns-dubious-title-of-worst-witness-amid-high-stakes-trial-tbt73400.html">https://thebittimes.com/ftx-sbf-earns-dubious-title-of-worst-witness-amid-high-stakes-trial-tbt73400.html</a></p>

FTX: SBF Earns Dubious Title of "Worst Witness" Amid High-Stakes Trial

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