TRON Founder Justin Sun in DOJ Trouble? CZ Responds with the TRUTH

Initial Reports Shake the Crypto World: Did CZ Testify Against Justin Sun?

The crypto community was rocked earlier today after a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report suggested that Changpeng Zhao (CZ)—founder of Binance—had provided evidence against TRON founder Justin Sun as part of a broader plea deal with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

According to the initial claims, CZ’s cooperation was allegedly part of the terms under which he received a reduced sentence after Binance agreed to pay $4.3 billion in penalties last year. The report insinuated that Justin Sun, who has previously been under SEC scrutiny, may now be in the DOJ’s crosshairs.

CZ Breaks Silence: “I Did Not Turn on Justin Sun”

In a surprising turn, CZ took to social media to categorically deny the allegations. “There is no such deal,” he stated, calling the WSJ’s claims misleading and false. His brief but direct response has left many confused—raising questions about the source of the original claims and whether further legal action is coming for other prominent crypto figures.

Justin Sun Responds: “Not Aware of Any DOJ Reports”

Shortly after CZ’s denial, Justin Sun responded to the unfolding story, saying he was “not aware of any circulating reports or DOJ involvement”. Sun’s remarks came across as both surprised and cautious, signaling that either there is no investigation—or he’s been caught off guard.

Sun, who founded TRON, acquired BitTorrent, and has ties to exchanges like Poloniex and HTX (formerly Huobi), has long been a high-profile and controversial figure in crypto circles.

What Happens if Justin Sun Is Found Guilty?

If DOJ charges were to emerge—and Justin Sun were found guilty—it could send shockwaves through the crypto market, particularly for projects under his influence:

• TRON (TRX): Likely to face regulatory pressure, exchange delistings, or user withdrawals.
• BitTorrent (BTT): Trust in the token and protocol could erode, leading to sell-offs and a sharp drop in price.
• HTX & Poloniex: These exchanges could face heightened scrutiny and possible sanctions, much like Binance did.

Additionally, investor confidence across all Sun-affiliated ecosystems would be at risk. Even rumors of DOJ action can have devastating consequences in a market where sentiment shifts rapidly.