“Most transparent f**king body on Earth”: Weiner defends Pelosi stock trading

Former Congressman Anthony Weiner vigorously defended the rights of lawmakers to engage in stock trading during a heated exchange on “The Adam Friedland Show.” Weiner, who has been out of the public eye following his conviction for sending inappropriate messages to a minor, felt compelled to speak up for his former colleagues when Friedland mentioned former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s profitable stock trading activities.

Weiner emphasized that all legislative processes are transparent and public, implying that investing based on inside information would not be advantageous. When Friedland questioned whether investing in companies affected by pending legislation could present a conflict of interest, Weiner disagreed, prompting a strong reaction from the host.

Weiner, who is currently running for New York City Council in a bid for a political comeback, criticized Friedland for his limited understanding of politics, accusing him of oversimplifying complex issues. Despite acknowledging the advantages that wealthy individuals in Congress may have, Weiner maintained that legislative work and investment decisions should remain separate.

The conversation also delved into Weiner’s past scandals and his perceived impact on Donald Trump’s election win in 2016. Weiner argued that the controversy surrounding his explicit messages might not have had the same repercussions in 2025, and he denied bearing responsibility for Trump’s victory, attributing it to then-FBI Director James Comey’s actions regarding Hillary Clinton’s email investigation.

You can view the interview below: [link to the interview]