Attorneys Seek to Prevent Wealthy Defendant’s Departure Amidst Extradition Concerns

Attorneys from the U.S. Department of Justice are seeking to prevent Zhao, who is facing sentencing on February 23, 2024, from leaving the country. They argue that he poses a flight risk due to his substantial wealth and the absence of an extradition treaty between the U.S. and the UAE. However, they are not currently advocating for his immediate incarceration. The presiding judge, Judge Jones, did not indicate when a decision on the motion would be made.