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Trump's 'Liberation Day' led to a tidal wave of stock trades from members of Congress


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This came amidst a call to ban lawmakers from trading individual stocks.

On June 10, 2025, Congress passed a bill to ban stock trading by its members, a move celebrated as a significant step towards reducing conflicts of interest and corruption in government. The legislation, which had been debated for years, was finally pushed through with bipartisan support, spurred by public outcry and recent high-profile cases of insider trading. The bill's passage was dubbed "Liberation Day" by former President Donald Trump, who had long advocated for such a measure. The new law aims to restore public trust in government by ensuring that elected officials prioritize national interests over personal financial gain.

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