SBF’s Preference for Tom Brady Over Trump

According to a report from Puck, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) contemplated endorsing Tom Brady as a potential GOP presidential candidate for the 2024 election, favoring him over Donald Trump.

Prior Attempts to Deter Trump

This isn’t the first time Bankman-Fried sought to prevent Trump from running for president. Michael Lewis, SBF’s biographer, previously revealed that the crypto entrepreneur once proposed paying Trump not to enter the race.

Bankman-Fried’s Plan

Reportedly, Bankman-Fried’s plan involved positioning Trump against his friend, Tom Brady, whom he described as a “great guy” and a potential candidate. He even tasked his team with conducting polls to gauge public opinion on Brady’s suitability for the presidency.

Direct Communication with Brady

Puck’s sources claim that Bankman-Fried discussed his idea directly with Brady, emphasizing Brady’s appeal as a candidate. However, representatives for both Brady and Bankman-Fried have yet to respond to requests for comment.

Relationship Between Brady and Bankman-Fried

Brady and Bankman-Fried had a positive relationship, with Brady receiving $55 million from Bankman-Fried to promote his crypto exchange company, FTX. However, following FTX’s collapse and Bankman-Fried’s indictment, tensions reportedly arose between the two.

Brady’s History with Trump

Brady and Trump share a longstanding relationship, dating back to 2001 when Trump invited Brady to judge a Miss USA competition. Over the years, they have publicly praised each other, with Trump even offering his daughter Ivanka as a potential partner for Brady.

While representatives for Trump and Ivanka Trump have not responded to requests for comment, Bankman-Fried’s reported preference for Brady over Trump underscores the complex dynamics at play in both politics and personal relationships.