“Ban all congressional stock trading”
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Members of Congress are permitted to buy and sell stocks while in office, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and insider trading. Critics argue that politicians may trade on non-public information or favor companies in which they hold stakes, while supporters contend that blanket bans infringe on property rights and that existing disclosure rules provide sufficient oversight. The debate has intensified as high-profile trading activity by lawmakers has drawn public scrutiny.