‘Buy now, thank me later’: Trump’s tariff reversal sparks insider trading allegations — Here’s which billionaire just got richer
Donald Trump is under fire for pausing his global tariffs just hours after posting “THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!!” on social media—sending stocks soaring. Lawmakers, watchdogs, and traders have accused him of orchestrating a pump-and-dump scheme that benefited insiders. As Democrats demand an investigation into possible market manipulation and insider trading, the White House insists it was all part of a long-term strategy. With billions made and trust eroded, the controversy has sent shockwaves through Washington and Wall Street alike.