URGENT UPDATE: Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin made significant stock purchases in Chemron Corporation and RTX Corporation just days before the U.S. conducted a high-stakes operation capturing Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, according to exclusive financial filings reviewed by Quiver Quantitative. On December 29, 2025, Mullin acquired between $15,001 and $50,000 worth of shares in both companies, with the operation taking place on January 3, 2026.
These transactions raise crucial questions about the ethical implications as Mullin serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, which plays a vital role in U.S. military policy and national security. The U.S. operation against Maduro is part of an escalating pressure campaign against the Venezuelan government, and the timing of these stock purchases is under intense scrutiny.
Chevron has direct exposure to U.S. policy towards Venezuela, particularly regarding sanctions and oil sector restrictions. Meanwhile, RTX, a major defense contractor, benefits from U.S. military procurement and operations. Since his purchase, Chevron’s shares have surged by approximately 10.1%, while RTX shares have increased by 9.5%, significantly outperforming a largely stagnant S&P 500.
In interviews earlier in December, Mullin publicly supported the Trump administration’s actions against Venezuela while asserting that no U.S. ground troops would be deployed. “He’s made it very clear we’re not going to put troops into Venezuela,” Mullin stated on CNN’s State of the Union, emphasizing a focus on maritime and aerial enforcement.
Mullin also endorsed military strikes on vessels accused of drug trafficking in the Caribbean, disregarding legality concerns. “Why do we care if we take them out in international waters?” he questioned during the same interview. He added that Maduro was given an opportunity to leave the country voluntarily before his removal, mentioning options such as relocating to Russia.
As these developments unfold, the implications for U.S. policy towards Venezuela and stock market ethics are becoming increasingly significant. This story is still developing, and public interest is likely to grow as more details emerge about Mullin’s financial dealings and their relation to U.S. foreign policy actions.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue to monitor this breaking story.
