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Paid early access to Trump's posts raises insider trading questions

Paid early access to Trump's posts raises insider trading questions

Summary

President Donald Trump is offering early access to his social media posts through a subscription service on Truth Social. Some people are concerned that paying customers could use this early information to make money in the stock market before others see the posts.

Key Facts

  • President Trump is selling early access to his posts on Truth Social.
  • The subscription service allows customers to see posts before the general public.
  • The cost of this early access can be as high as $100,000 per month.
  • Some critics worry this could lead to insider trading, where people use private information to make financial gains.
  • The issue involves concerns about fairness and market rules since the president’s statements can affect stock prices.
  • NPR discussed these concerns in an interview with Geoff Bennett and Bobby Allyn.
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