Fact Check: Did Mike Johnson say members of Congress should be able to engage in stock trading?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson said that salaries for members of Congress have been frozen since 2009, and added, “we should at least let them engage in some stock trading so they can continue to, you know, take care of their family.”

Rating: TRUE

Explanation: Mike Johnson did make the quoted statement about congressional salaries being frozen since 2009 and members being allowed to engage in some stock trading.

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Date: 05/21/2026

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Last Updated on May 21, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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