A new report from the Wall Street Journal has reignited speculation around Binance’s ongoing legal issues—and this time, it includes Tron founder Justin Sun.
WSJ Claims Binance Negotiated with DOJ
According to the WSJ, Binance executives have been in talks with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to discuss a potential path back into the American crypto market. The report alleges that Binance offered to provide evidence against Justin Sun in exchange for more favorable treatment.
Though these claims remain unverified, they quickly caused a stir in the crypto community.
Justin Sun Responds to Allegations
In response, Justin Sun took to X to defend both his reputation and his relationship with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ).
He went on to describe the TRON network’s relationship with U.S. regulators, particularly the DOJ, as open and cooperative. Sun insisted that TRON has worked closely with authorities to protect users and foster transparency.
Sun Shows Optimism for U.S. Crypto Future
Sun also expressed hope for crypto policy under former President Donald Trump, should he return to office. He hinted that TRX could benefit from pro-crypto leadership, calling it “the President’s earliest crypto choice.”
CZ Pushes Back Against WSJ
Just before the WSJ article went live, CZ addressed the issue directly on X. He claimed that the outlet was working on “another baseless hit piece” targeting him.
This isn’t the first time the WSJ has reported controversial stories about Binance. Just last month, the outlet suggested that the Trump family was considering a stake in Binance.US in exchange for a potential pardon for CZ—a claim he strongly denied.
Legal Case Pause Extended by 60 Days
Meanwhile, Binance’s legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is ongoing. On Friday, Binance and the SEC jointly requested a 60-day pause in proceedings, citing “productive discussions” between both sides.
This delay may signal that a resolution could be in sight, though no formal agreement has been announced yet.
Final Thoughts
While the Binance DOJ talks continue to draw attention, Justin Sun’s response was clear: he has nothing to hide and remains committed to regulatory cooperation. With mounting legal pressure and evolving U.S. policy, this story is far from over.
