Truth Social Accuses Market Makers of 'Naked' Short Selling Amid Stock Volatility
Devin Nunes, CEO of Trump Media, files a complaint with Nasdaq, alleging illegal trading practices by major firms like Citadel Securities, impacting the stock's performance.
- Trump Media & Technology Group's stock experiences significant fluctuations, with accusations of market manipulation centered on illegal 'naked' short selling.
- Devin Nunes, CEO of Truth Social's parent company, claims that four market participants are largely responsible for the high trading volume of DJT shares.
- Citadel Securities and other firms named in the complaint deny wrongdoing, with Citadel issuing a harsh rebuke of Nunes's accusations.
- The controversy has sparked a public feud between Nunes and Citadel, with both parties exchanging strong statements through the media.
- Despite recent volatility, DJT stock saw an increase after the complaint was filed, though it remains down significantly from its peak.