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Trump offering early access to online posts in move seen as corruption
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Fusion42 · 2 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Donald Trump’s Truth Social launched a paid subscription service granting early access to his posts, raising concerns of market manipulation and insider trading given his position as a sitting president and major shareholder. Democratic senators have called on the SEC to investigate potential legal violations amid fears this could corrupt markets and enrich insiders unfairly.
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You face a new regulatory threat as the SEC eyes Truth Social’s paid early access for posts by Trump. Legal scrutiny could tighten oversight for fintech platforms blending social media and market-sensitive data.
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