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#CongressTradingBan Congressional Stock Trading Under Scrutiny Amid Tariff-Induced Market Volatility – April 16, 2025
Recent events have reignited the debate over congressional stock trading, as lawmakers face allegations of profiting from market fluctuations tied to policy decisions. Notably, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene disclosed stock purchases totaling between $21,000 and $315,000 in companies like Apple, Amazon, FedEx, and Nike on April 8 and 9—just before President Trump’s announcement of a 90-day pause on international tariffs, which led to significant market gains.  
Critics argue that such timing suggests potential insider advantage. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries labeled Greene’s actions as “exhibit A” of corruption and advocated for legislation to prohibit congressional stock trading. Similarly, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the need for transparency, urging lawmakers to disclose recent trades and calling for a ban on insider trading within Congress.  
In response, bipartisan efforts are underway to address the issue. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Chip Roy have introduced H.R.1908, the End Congressional Stock Trading Act, aiming to prohibit stock trading and ownership by members of Congress and their immediate families. 
These developments underscore the growing demand for stricter regulations to prevent conflicts of interest and restore public trust in governmental institutions. 
#CongressionalEthics #StockTradingBan #InsiderTrading #MarketIntegrity #BinanceSquare
Recent events have reignited the debate over congressional stock trading, as lawmakers face allegations of profiting from market fluctuations tied to policy decisions. Notably, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene disclosed stock purchases totaling between $21,000 and $315,000 in companies like Apple, Amazon, FedEx, and Nike on April 8 and 9—just before President Trump’s announcement of a 90-day pause on international tariffs, which led to significant market gains.  
Critics argue that such timing suggests potential insider advantage. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries labeled Greene’s actions as “exhibit A” of corruption and advocated for legislation to prohibit congressional stock trading. Similarly, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the need for transparency, urging lawmakers to disclose recent trades and calling for a ban on insider trading within Congress.  
In response, bipartisan efforts are underway to address the issue. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Chip Roy have introduced H.R.1908, the End Congressional Stock Trading Act, aiming to prohibit stock trading and ownership by members of Congress and their immediate families. 
These developments underscore the growing demand for stricter regulations to prevent conflicts of interest and restore public trust in governmental institutions. 
#CongressionalEthics #StockTradingBan #InsiderTrading #MarketIntegrity #BinanceSquare
#CongressTradingBan The #CongressTradingBan debate has reignited following recent events. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is under scrutiny for purchasing significant stock holdings just before a major policy announcement, raising concerns about potential insider trading. In response, Democratic leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are advocating for stricter regulations to prevent such occurrences. Legislation like the End Congressional Stock Trading Act (H.R.1908) has been introduced to prohibit lawmakers and their families from trading individual stocks. The controversy highlights the need for increased transparency and accountability in Congress to restore public trust. #EthicsInGovernment #StockTradingBan
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