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Ben Cardin

Democrat Senate ⬤ Active Filer
Senate · MD · Since 2007
$1M–$5M
Est. Portfolio
10+
Trades Filed
Since 2007
In Congress
Finance/Healthcare
Portfolio Focus
Recent Trades
JNJ
J&J
Johnson & Johnson
Filed Jun 10, 2024 · Traded Jun 5, 2024
Purchase
$1K – $15K
PFE
Pfizer
Pfizer Inc.
Filed Apr 5, 2024 · Traded Apr 1, 2024
Purchase
$1K – $15K
MRK
Merck
Merck & Co.
Filed Feb 1, 2024 · Traded Jan 27, 2024
Sale
$1K – $15K
Notable Facts & Analysis
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Foreign Relations Committee: Cardin served as Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, overseeing US diplomacy and international sanctions with significant market implications.
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50 Years in Public Service: Cardin spent over 50 years in elected office — from the Maryland House of Delegates to the US Senate — retiring as one of the longest-serving Maryland politicians ever.
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Healthcare Champion: Cardin was a consistent advocate for Medicare expansion and pharmaceutical price controls throughout his Senate career.
Background

Ben Cardin (born October 5, 1943) served as Maryland's senior Senator from 2007 to January 2025, when he retired after choosing not to seek reelection. A former Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.

Known Holdings
#1
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
#2
PFE
Pfizer
#3
MRK
Merck

Holdings disclosed under STOCK Act. Amounts represent ranges as required by law.

Disclaimer: All trade information sourced from official STOCK Act disclosures. Not financial advice.