Efforts to ban stock trading by Congress are gaining momentum, supported by public opinion (86% are in favor of the ban) and bipartisan proposals. The ETHICS Act, passed by the Senate committee in July 2024, prohibits members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from trading stocks for 90 days after a vote, with a requirement to divest assets by 2027. Penalties amount to 10% of the asset value or one month's salary. The TRUST in Congress Act, reintroduced in 2025, mandates the creation of blind trusts or asset sales within 180 days. Despite strong public support, resistance from lawmakers persists, and no bill has been brought to a full vote. Critics highlight conflicts of interest, citing trades during COVID-19 and banking crises. Advocates, including Senators Ossoff and Hawley, call for transparency and accountability.