Czech Justice Minister Resigns Amid Bitcoin Scandal

Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blažek has resigned following revelations that his ministry received a $45 million Bitcoin donation from a convicted drug dealer. The scandal, occurring just before national elections, has sparked concerns about the government’s handling of cryptocurrency and transparency in financial transactions. 🤯 The donation was made earlier this year by a known criminal with ties to organized crime. While officials initially attempted to sell off the crypto holdings, public outrage erupted when the donor’s identity came to light. Blažek ultimately stepped down to avoid further political turmoil. resignation.