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White House Warns Staff Against Futures Market Betting

4/10/2026

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Reuters reported on April 9, 2026, that the White House cautioned U.S. staff against using their positions to bet in futures markets.
The warning was issued via email on March 23 after U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social plans to delay strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure.
The Wall Street Journal confirmed the warning's authenticity.
Reuters noted that the timing linked the March 23 email to the remarks.

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Reuters reported on April 9, 2026, that the White House cautioned U.S. staff against using their positions to bet in futures markets.
The warning was issued via email on March 23 after U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social plans to delay strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure.
The Wall Street Journal confirmed the warning's authenticity.
Reuters noted that the timing linked the March 23 email to the remarks.