Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-California) is facing heavy criticism after she shot down the idea of a ban on members of Congress trading stock, an activity her family has benefited from.
Pelosi said during a Wednesday press conference that members of Congress and their spouses should be able to trade in stock while in office because it’s a “free market.”
The House Speaker was asked about a recent Business Insider report revealing numerous lawmakers have been late in filing their financial disclosures. The report was based on a five month review.
Listen to how quickly Pelosi said “No” to the question of wether Members of Congress and their spouses should be banned from owning stock.
Pelosi’s salary is $223,500
Her net worth is about $100 million.
You do the math. pic.twitter.com/ZpP6vNuQYf
— Benny (@bennyjohnson) December 15, 2021