Inside the Stock Market: How a US Senator Turned $777K Profit in 30 Days

Quiver Quantitative’s latest data reveals Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wisconsin) netted an estimated $777,200 profit from stock trades over the past month alone—a sharp reminder of how political insiders capitalize on market moves.

The Numbers Behind the Money

Johnson’s portfolio snapshot tells the story:

• Current net worth: $54.5M (ranked 21st wealthiest in Congress)
• Publicly tracked assets: $7.4M in stocks
• Total disclosed trades on record: $25.2M worth
• Monthly stock gain: $777.2K (outpacing most retail traders)

For context, that $777K monthly haul represents a substantial chunk of his portfolio’s movement—averaging roughly 1.5% gains per month on tracked positions.

What’s He Been Trading?

Based on STOCK Act filings we can access, Johnson has been actively managing a diverse portfolio of publicly traded assets. The timing of his trades and recent market swings suggests he’s been positioning himself well ahead of market movements.

Political Capital Meets Financial Capital

While raking in stock profits, Johnson’s Q1 FEC filing shows:

• Fundraising: $184.6K raised (96.8% from individual donors)
• Campaign spending: $115.7K
• Cash on hand: $984.9K

Recent legislative activity includes proposals ranging from agricultural policy to federal workforce reduction—the kind of bills that could theoretically move specific stock sectors.

The Bigger Picture

This data highlights a persistent tension in American politics: lawmakers with significant trading activity often introduce or vote on bills that could directly impact their own holdings. Johnson’s $777K monthly gain isn’t necessarily suspicious, but it underscores why investor scrutiny of politician portfolios remains important.

Quiver Quantitative tracks real-time net worth changes for hundreds of US politicians, providing a window into the financial moves of those making policy decisions that affect markets.