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Joycelyn Uy

GOP Senator Slams Trump Media's $100K Wall Street Deal as 'Buying Access'

GOP Lawmakers Blast Trump Media’s $100K Wall Street Subscription (Credit: whitehouse.gov/gallery)

A senior Republican lawmaker has sharply criticised Trump Media after the company announced plans to sell expedited access to presidential social media posts, warning that the commercial arrangement effectively allows wealthy institutional traders to buy access to market-moving information.

Senator Bill Cassidy voiced strong opposition following reports detailing a proposed data subscription that offers Wall Street investment firms real-time updates from prominent Truth Social accounts for up to $100,000 (£78,000) per month.

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