Mike Johnson Argues Congress Needs Stock Trading to 'Support Their Families' Due to 'Frozen' Salaries

Mike Johnson Argues Congress Needs Stock Trading to 'Support Their Families' Due to 'Frozen' Salaries

House Speaker Mike Johnson defended stock trading as a necessary income boost that allows members of Congress to "take care of their family."

Speaker Mike Johnson Defends Congressional Stock Trading, Says They Need to Support Their Families

Source: YouTube House Speaker Mike Johnson has drawn renewed attention to the issue of congressional stock trading, a practice that has faced increasing criticism in recent years. Speaking to the press this week, Johnson defended lawmakers who participate in the stock market, noting that congressional salaries have been frozen since 2009. When adjusted for inflation, members of Congress now earn 31% less than they did that year, he said. Johnson…