Republicans Push for Congressional Stock-Trading Ban at Midterm Convention Despite Trump's Active Trading
At their first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, Republicans are emphasizing a congressional stock-trading ban as part of an anti-corruption message. President Donald Trump remains active in the financial markets despite this push; his investment accounts disclosed over $858 million in assets and more than 21,000 trades in 2025—far exceeding the roughly 500 reported during his first term. The House-passed Stop Insider Trading Act would restrict members of Congress from buying individual stocks while in office but does not apply to the president. Trump's accounts continued trading this year with over 1,051 transactions disclosed for June alone, including investments in companies like Meta and Berkshire Hathaway. Some holdings are linked directly to industries influenced by presidential decisions. CNBC found no evidence that Trump directed these trades or acted on insider knowledge of government actions. The White House maintains there are no conflicts of interest as financial institutions manage his portfolio using automated strategies.
Topics: Congressional ethics Donald Trump Political conventions Stock trading