US House approves joint measure to curb Congress’ stock trading, require voter ID

The U.S. House recently passed a controversial joint measure aimed at restricting stock trading by Congress members while also introducing voter ID requirements. This move was part of President Trump's broader push for federal control over elections. The bill passed with a narrow majority of 232-198, with unanimous Republican support and a surprising 13 Democratic votes. This legislation could set a precedent for greater oversight on financial conflicts of interest among lawmakers and highlights ongoing debates about election integrity and voter identification.