Congress

Bill Ackman, CEO Of Pershing Square Capital Management, shared his views on how the Department of Government Efficiency can effectively influence policy decisions, using the recently scuttled spending bill as an example. What Happened: On Wednesday, Ackman outlined a three-step strategy for DOGE to...

In a significant development, U.S. Congressional leaders have reached a consensus on a bipartisan deal to extend government funding, thereby averting the looming December 20 shutdown deadline. The legislation, revealed on Tuesday, extends the funding deadline to March 14, 2025. This move allows the...

Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump Tuesday questioning the potential conflicts of interest in having billionaire Elon Musk as an advisor to the new White House team. What Happened: Warren, who has clashed with Trump and Musk previously, took aim at Musk...

President Joe Biden has endorsed a ban on Congress Trading, suggesting that members of Congress should not be able to buy and sell stocks in options while they are in office. What Happened: Congress Trading has been a popular topic among retail investors for years with the trading activity of...

The death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has left the internet divided, with some showing sympathy for murder suspect Luigi Mangione, who was arrested and charged in last week's shooting death. What Happened: Following the death of Thompson, insurance companies have been in the spotlight...

U.S. Rep. Morgan McGarvey (D-Ky.) recently disclosed he bought and sold shares of Trump Media & Technology Group (NASDAQ:DJT) in November, with the transactions occurring shortly after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election. What Happened: McGarvey, who has been outspoken throughout...

The trading activity of members of Congress is closely followed by investors as the buying and selling of stocks can come based on alleged information. Now investors have to follow the trading activity of Congress members when it comes to meme coins. What Happened: A trading disclosure by Rep. Mike...

In their newly appointed roles by Donald Trump of leading the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have their sight set on eliminating government waste. The duo could have a new target to tackle: daylight saving time. What Happened: Musk and Ramaswamy have made...

Former Congresswoman and current South Dakota governor, Kristi Noem, was announced as Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Homeland Security. Here's a look at Noem's finances and wealth. Trump's Pick: Since winning the 2024 presidential election, Trump has started announcing who he will be...

Matt Gaetz is now selling personalized videos for followers and fans after stepping down from Congress and withdrawing his name from consideration as the country's next Attorney General. What Happened: As a member of Congress, Matt Gaetz had an annual salary of $174,000. The Florida Republican was...

Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) resigned from office after he was announced as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general. While Gaetz has not been formally nominated for the White House role, his resignation could keep an investigation into his actions from being publicly released....

With Congress expected to become more open to cryptocurrency, the digital asset industry anticipates policy updates that could support widespread adoption. Adam Guren, CIO of Hunting Hill Global Capital, recently shared his perspective on what regulatory changes might mean for the future of crypto...

As the U.S. prepares for what could be a defining legislative session for digital assets, expectations are mounting around potential shifts in crypto regulation. Robert Leshner, CEO and co-founder of Superstate sees this as a turning point, with Congress possibly advancing long-awaited laws to...

U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) was picked Wednesday as nominee for attorney general under Donald Trump, the latest cabinet announcement in the wake of the 2024 presidential election. What Happened: Trump announced Wednesday that he selected Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general with a post on...

Republicans are set to maintain control of the House of Representatives with a narrow margin, marking a new era as President-elect Donald Trump heads back to the White House. With control of Congress locked up Wednesday, Trump and his allies are poised to enact changes across various sectors, from...