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With the November midterms approaching, Senate Democrats have blocked Republican-backed legislation aimed at restricting lawmaker stock trading.
Senate Democrats blocked the Stop Insider Trading Act 53-47, citing a voter ID attachment. Here's what each party gained — and what voters lost.
The bill failed 53 to 47 along party lines. The bill, which originated in the House and was sponsored by Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., would prohibit members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from purchasing stocks.