Worst Stock Traders in Congress
26 members who consistently lose money on their trades
Last updated September 12, 2026
The bottom of Congress
While some members of Congress beat the market consistently, others... don't. These members have track records of underperforming the S&P 500 across multiple trades. A win rate below 40% means most of their trades would have been better off in an index fund.
C-Tier: Consistent underperformers
| # | Name | Trades | Win Rate | Avg Alpha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Hickenlooper | 38 | 6% | -48.35% |
| 2 | Lloyd Doggett | 226 | 10% | -72.57% |
| 3 | Gary Peters | 50 | 15% | -72.71% |
| 4 | Virginia Foxx | 938 | 18% | -51.14% |
| 5 | Jonathan Jackson | 191 | 18% | -3.10% |
| 6 | April Mcclain Delaney | 471 | 20% | -12.60% |
| 7 | Debbie Dingell | 207 | 21% | -51.10% |
| 8 | Shelley Moore Capito | 252 | 25% | -41.79% |
| 9 | Daniel Meuser | 59 | 25% | -56.95% |
| 10 | John Boozman | 211 | 26% | -12.02% |
| 11 | Maria Elvira Salazar | 87 | 26% | -10.11% |
| 12 | Lisa Mcclain | 1394 | 28% | +13.12% |
| 13 | Byron Donalds | 157 | 29% | -59.34% |
| 14 | Kevin Hern | 701 | 30% | -26.39% |
| 15 | Scott Scott Franklin | 74 | 31% | -9.93% |
| 16 | Jared Moskowitz | 309 | 31% | -6.76% |
| 17 | John Mcguire | 16 | 33% | -13.81% |
| 18 | Julia Letlow | 228 | 36% | -3.96% |
| 19 | Jerry Moran | 62 | 37% | -24.46% |
| 20 | Angus King | 34 | 39% | -19.82% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the worst stock trader in Congress?
As of September 12, 2026, John Hickenlooper has the lowest win rate among active traders in Congress at 6%. This means 94% of their trades underperformed the S&P 500 over the same holding period.
Why do some Congress members trade so poorly?
Several factors: 1) Diversification requirements may force suboptimal trades. 2) Some trades are made by spouses with separate strategies. 3) Timing of mandatory disclosures can make trades look worse. 4) Some members simply aren't good at picking stocks.
Should I inverse Congress trades?
Not necessarily. While some members consistently underperform, the average Congressional trader is roughly market-neutral. The few elite performers skew the average. Focus on individual track records, not Congress as a whole.
Can Congress members lose money on insider information?
Yes. Even with potential informational advantages, poor timing, position sizing, or simply bad stock picks can result in losses. Information edge doesn't guarantee profits.