Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) and Tron founder Justin Sun have both publicly refuted rumors circulating from a recent Wall Street Journal article that suggest CZ is cooperating with US authorities in exchange for leniency. The Wall Street Journal claims they uncovered evidence of a potential deal between CZ and the DOJ as part of a plea agreement he struck years ago. However, both Sun and CZ insist these claims are baseless and without merit. The article, published on April 11th, alleges that Binance executives met with Treasury Department officials in March to discuss ways to reduce oversight from the US government. It further suggests that they also discussed a potential business deal with the Trump family’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial. **According to unnamed sources, Binance requested the removal of a compliance monitor overseeing their AML operations.** CZ responded to the article, stating he was being unfairly targeted in a baseless hit piece from the WSJ. He emphasized that he can’t be an informant for the government and further added that he wouldn’t become one even if he wanted to. Sun too addressed the rumors, expressing confusion over the claims and asserting CZ’s integrity. He highlighted their long-standing history as mentors and friends, suggesting this may be a tactic to disrupt their progress. ** The article has sparked debate within the crypto community. Some have raised concerns about the authenticity of the WSJ report while others have expressed skepticism towards CZ’s innocence. The situation remains fluid, with further developments expected in the coming weeks.