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Trump stands to profit off US policy announcements by selling fast access to his social media posts
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Bernard Condon And Brian Slodysko, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this development are available from KSAT 12, including reactions from experts like Irene Aldridge, who has expressed concerns about the implications of this move.
President Donald Trump's social media company, Truth Social, is set to offer sneak peeks of his posts to Wall Street traders for a fee. This move has raised concerns about potential profits for Trump's company and the possibility of insider trading. The posts, which can impact markets and policy, will be available for purchase, giving traders fast access to the information.
Similar services are offered by other companies, but Truth Social's unique position as a creator of news sets it apart. Further details on this development are available from KSAT 12, including reactions from experts like Irene Aldridge, who has expressed concerns about the implications of this move.
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Category: business ·
Published: August 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump's social media company, Truth Social, is set to offer sneak peeks of his posts to Wall Street traders for a fee. This move has raised concerns about potential profits for…
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