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Trump Pushes Controversial Insider Trading Act Amid Criticism

3/9/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump called for passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act during the State of the Union.
Critics like Rep. Joe Morelle say the proposal retains loopholes that allow insider profit.
The Restore Trust in Congress Act would impose stricter trading bans, according to good-government groups.
Despite some bipartisan support, the bill faces obstacles, including a possible veto by Trump.

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U.S. President Donald Trump called for passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act during the State of the Union.
Critics like Rep. Joe Morelle say the proposal retains loopholes that allow insider profit.
The Restore Trust in Congress Act would impose stricter trading bans, according to good-government groups.
Despite some bipartisan support, the bill faces obstacles, including a possible veto by Trump.