Jury Selection Drama
Gather around, folks! The fate of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is now in the hands of a diverse group of 12 jurors, pulled from a vast pool of 45 potential candidates. As reported by Cointelegraph’s Ana Paula Pereira, the dramatic narrowing down took place on October 4, the second day of the trial, held in the bustling heart of Manhattan.
Meet the Jurors
Let’s take a quick roll call of this unique jury panel. These folks have answered the call of civic duty with a splash of personality. Each juror had just a minute in the spotlight to spill the beans on their life histories—an HR manager’s dream:
- A 39-year-old physician assistant, who is also a medical missionary, and is currently about ten weeks pregnant.
- A 50-year-old train conductor, mother of five—two of whom have dabbled in the criminal arts.
- A retired investment banker from the 60s. Talk about a throwback!
- A former corrections officer aged 65. I suspect she’s got some tales to tell.
Juror Qualifications — Oh, the Drama!
Interestingly, one potential juror dropped out quicker than a hot potato after revealing ties to a law firm that used to work for FTX. Meanwhile, another guy mentioned his wife’s past employment with FTX. Talk about a tangled web! The judge, Lewis A. Kaplan, must have felt like a reality show host, weighing in on who would stay and who would go.
Juror Demographics & Skills
The selected jury leans heavily female, with a configuration of nine women and three men. Ages range from hip thirty-somethings to wiser sixty-somethings, covering a range of professions:
- Health
- Finance
- Legal
- Education
- IT
The Road Ahead
As the trial unfolds over the next six weeks, the jury will be treated to a veritable buffet of testimonies, including from folks who lost big bucks thanks to FTX’s spectacular fail. If you thought courtroom dramas were just for TV, buckle up!
