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Trump Media Investor Sentenced to Prison for Insider Trading
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Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024 8:31 pm ET1min read
A Florida venture capitalist, Michael Shvartsman, was sentenced to 57 months in prison on Thursday for his role in an insider trading scheme involving Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT), the parent company of former President Donald Trump's Truth Social platform. Shvartsman, along with his brother Gerald and co-defendant Bruce Garelick, were found guilty of trading on non-public information related to DJT's planned merger with Digital World Acquisition Corp. (DWAC).
The Manhattan U.S. Attorney's Office recommended a sentence of between 46 and 57 months for Shvartsman, citing his "flagrant, manipulative, and greed-motivated" conduct. Shvartsman's defense lawyers argued for a sentence below the guidelines, highlighting his acceptance of responsibility and the significant collateral consequences he had already faced. However, the judge ultimately imposed a sentence at the high end of the recommended range.
Shvartsman's refusal to submit a financial statement to the Probation Office also played a role in his sentencing. Probation officials recommended a 46-month sentence due to his non-compliance, which the judge took into consideration. Additionally, the forfeiture of assets, including a $14.7 million yacht, was part of the sentencing decision.
The judge emphasized the need for a sentence that would deter Shvartsman and others from committing future crimes. The 57-month prison term sends a strong message to potential offenders in the securities market.
In comparison, Shvartsman's brother Gerald was sentenced to at least two years in prison, while Garelick faces a recommended prison term of between 108 and 135 months under federal sentencing guidelines. The varying sentences reflect the individual roles and actions of each defendant in the insider trading scheme.
The sentencing of Michael Shvartsman serves as a reminder of the severe consequences of insider trading and the importance of upholding the integrity of the securities market. As the Trump Media saga continues to unfold, investors and market participants should remain vigilant and adhere to ethical standards to maintain a fair and transparent market environment.
The Manhattan U.S. Attorney's Office recommended a sentence of between 46 and 57 months for Shvartsman, citing his "flagrant, manipulative, and greed-motivated" conduct. Shvartsman's defense lawyers argued for a sentence below the guidelines, highlighting his acceptance of responsibility and the significant collateral consequences he had already faced. However, the judge ultimately imposed a sentence at the high end of the recommended range.
Shvartsman's refusal to submit a financial statement to the Probation Office also played a role in his sentencing. Probation officials recommended a 46-month sentence due to his non-compliance, which the judge took into consideration. Additionally, the forfeiture of assets, including a $14.7 million yacht, was part of the sentencing decision.
The judge emphasized the need for a sentence that would deter Shvartsman and others from committing future crimes. The 57-month prison term sends a strong message to potential offenders in the securities market.
In comparison, Shvartsman's brother Gerald was sentenced to at least two years in prison, while Garelick faces a recommended prison term of between 108 and 135 months under federal sentencing guidelines. The varying sentences reflect the individual roles and actions of each defendant in the insider trading scheme.
The sentencing of Michael Shvartsman serves as a reminder of the severe consequences of insider trading and the importance of upholding the integrity of the securities market. As the Trump Media saga continues to unfold, investors and market participants should remain vigilant and adhere to ethical standards to maintain a fair and transparent market environment.
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