Who Profited From Trump’s Plans?
Summary
David Frum discusses suspicious insider trading in oil and stock markets, linking the pattern to the 1983 film *Trading Places* and the subsequent "Eddie Murphy Rule." He highlights massive, well-timed trades made minutes before major presidential announcements regarding Iran and tariffs, suggesting information is leaking from the highest levels of government. Frum argues that enforcement agencies like the CFTC and DOJ have failed to police these activities, with enforcement actions dropping sharply under the current administration.
Topics discussed
Intro and InPress sponsor read
The 'Eddie Murphy Rule' and the 1983 movie Trading Places
Suspicious $500M oil trade 15 minutes before Trump announcement
Pattern of well-timed trades in oil, stocks, and prediction markets
DOJ and CFTC investigations and declining enforcement actions
Concerns over market integrity and lack of government oversight
Closing remarks and call to support The Atlantic
Outro and InPress sponsor read
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