John McGuire

Congressional stock trading has drawn intense scrutiny in recent years, with investors watching not just what lawmakers buy, but when they buy it, how long they hold it, and whether their committee roles create potential conflicts. A newly disclosed trade adds to that spotlight: one congressman...

The trading activity of members of Congress has drawn increased attention from retail traders. Some disclosed trades resulted in huge profits, potential conflicts of interest, and red flags. One new member of Congress found out that trading stocks while in office might not be as easy as everyone...