#CongressTradingBan

The issue of a "Congress Trading Ban" refers to the ongoing debate and legislative efforts to restrict or prohibit members of the U.S. Congress and their immediate family members from trading individual stocks while in office.

Background and Key Concerns

The primary concern driving this movement is the potential for conflicts of interest and the appearance of corruption. Lawmakers often have access to non-public information that could significantly impact the value of publicly traded companies. This raises questions about whether they could use this information for personal financial gain through stock trading, potentially at the expense of public trust and the integrity of the legislative process.