House Democrat Sam Liccardo Investigates Suspicious Oil Trades Amid Iran Conflict
Representative Sam Liccardo is investigating suspicious oil trades that occurred during the Iran conflict. These trades were made shortly before President Trump announced a ceasefire with Iran, leading to significant market movements. Liccardo has expressed concerns about potential insider trading, suggesting that individuals with advance knowledge of the President's actions may have engaged in illicit trading. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is reportedly leading the investigation, and Liccardo has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to join the probe.