Arrested for Writing Code: Keoni’s Wife Speaks Out in a Powerful In-Person Interview

Her husband was arrested for writing code. Then their home was raided by armed agents. This is not a movie. This is happening right now in America. In this episode of The Bitcoin Nova, I sat down in person with Lauren Rodriguez in Fort Worth, Texas at the BitBlockBoom conference, where she was speaking about her husband’s case. This is our conversation. She shares what really happened that morning… and how everything changed overnight. 👉 Sign the petition and learn more: https://billandkeoni.org We break down the case, the legal battle, and the bigger question most people aren’t asking: Can you be punished for building tools that protect privacy? This isn’t just a Bitcoin story. This affects anyone who values freedom, privacy, and control over their own life. Watch, share, and decide for yourself. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and context of the case 02:05 The raid experience 04:5 Targeting developers 07:57 Implications 11:06 Privacy and innovation 14:20 The ongoing legal battle 17:11 Personal reflections and hope 22:55 Judicial system control 26:02 Separation of money and state 29:10 Raising awareness and action 32:17 Why privacy matters 35:41 Hope and change 41:21 The growing movement