The Jimmy Dore Show Biden Sticks It To Pelosi On His Way Out!
Dec 23, 2024
Carol Roth, a financial expert and author of "You Will Own Nothing," joins the discussion about President Biden's recent endorsement of a ban on congressional stock trading. This move is seen as a direct jab at Nancy Pelosi, known for her controversial stock market successes. The conversation delves into ethical concerns surrounding insider trading among lawmakers and critiques Biden's use of pardons related to the 'Kids for Cash' scandal. The panel also examines the disconnect between political interests and the working class, highlighting pressing calls for reform.
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Gaetz Exposes Corruption
- Matt Gaetz exposed congressional corruption, revealing representatives' prolific stock trading.
- Some representatives bought stocks in companies like Raytheon on the day Russia invaded Ukraine.
Biden's Pelosi Jab
- Joe Biden's sudden call to ban congressional stock trading is likely a jab at Nancy Pelosi.
- Pelosi is known for her highly profitable stock trades, often topping the list of congressional traders.
Pelosi's Capitalism
- Nancy Pelosi, dubbed the "Gordon Gekko of Congress," defends her stock trading as "capitalism."
- Despite numerous bipartisan bills, congressional insider trading continues due to top-level resistance.
