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TIMEMar 9, 2026National News

Trump Is Backing a Stock-Trading Ban That Doesn’t Ban Trading Stocks

Representative Bryan Steil introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act, arguing it would restore public trust in Congress.

Trump Is Backing a Stock-Trading Ban That Doesn’t Ban Trading Stocks
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President Trump and House Republicans are pushing the 'Stop Insider Trading Act,' but critics and Democrats warn the bill contains massive loopholes that allow lawmakers to continue profiting from non-public information.

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