Tracking Congress with Nico Agosta

Corporate influence, stock trades, citizens united - oh my!This week the on the Hometown Holler the fellas sit down with political finance watchdog and Stocking the Capitol founder Nico Agosta for a conversation about stock trading, corporate PACs, and why so many Americans feel like Congress is working for everyone except them.From insider trading allegations to campaign cash, Nico breaks down how members of Congress get money, who funds them, and why transparency matters more than ever. The crew also puts North Carolina’s congressional delegation under the microscope with rapid-fire grades from the Political Integrity Project, for Thom Tillis, Ted Budd, Don Davis, Deborah Ross, Virginia Foxx, Tim Moore, and the rest of the NC delegation.If you’ve ever wondered why nothing in Washington seems to change, this conversation might explain a lot.Join the Holler and become a sustainer today!Patreon: / membership Substack: https://substack.com/@thehometownhollerWebsite: https://www.thehometownholler.com/