Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm's legal defense fund is experiencing a surge in donations as his defense team prepares for a potential retrial on charges including money laundering. Following a deadlock in the jury's verdict on two of the three counts against him, the Ethereum Foundation announced they would match donations to his fund up to $500,000. Legal experts noted that mistrials do not trigger double jeopardy, allowing for retrials. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is deliberating on whether to address the counts in the case, with some attorneys suggesting that the government may opt not to retry the controversial money laundering charge. Both the appeals process and the application of Section 1960, under which Storm was convicted, are expected to be focal points going forward. Storm has actively sought public support for his legal costs, emphasizing the significant financial burden of his defense.

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