Ban Members of Congress from Trading Stocks

Members of Congress are entrusted with shaping policies that affect millions of Americans. Yet many lawmakers continue to trade stocks, creating serious conflicts of interest and eroding public trust in our government. Recent reports reveal that members of Congress traded $113 million worth of defense stocks in the months leading up to major military funding decisions. This raises alarming questions about whether they’re working for the public or their own portfolios.

President Joe Biden recently voiced his support for a ban, stating, “Nobody in the Congress should be able to make money in the stock market while they’re in the Congress.” He’s right. Allowing members of Congress to trade stocks while in office undermines the integrity of our democracy. With access to sensitive information and insider knowledge, lawmakers are able to profit while ordinary Americans face mounting economic challenges. This behavior isn’t just unethical—it’s a betrayal of the public trust.

The American people deserve leaders who prioritize their constituents over personal gain. A growing number of lawmakers and advocates are calling for a ban on stock trading by members of Congress to eliminate conflicts of interest and restore faith in our government. This common-sense reform would help ensure that our representatives are working for the people—not their own wallets.

We call on Congress to pass legislation banning members of Congress from trading individual stocks. This is a critical step toward accountability, transparency, and trust in our government.

Sign this petition to demand a ban on congressional stock trading now. Let’s make it clear: public service should never be for personal profit.