Press Release: Defending Transparency: Why We Must Uphold Quarterly Reporting Standards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2, 2026

Press Contact: Roosevelt 2028 Press Office press@electteddy.com electteddy.netlify.app

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Roosevelt Condemns Attempts to Weaken Corporate Transparency, Citing Risks to Average Investors

Badlands, ND — Theodore Roosevelt's 2028 presidential campaign today strongly criticized proposals to ease quarterly reporting requirements for publicly traded companies, arguing that such measures would jeopardize the financial security of everyday Americans and undermine the integrity of the nation's financial markets. Roosevelt's statement comes in response to recent news reports highlighting efforts to loosen regulations overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Roosevelt 2028 views the safeguarding of stringent quarterly reporting standards as essential to maintaining trust and stability within the American economy. The campaign asserts that weakening these standards would disproportionately harm individual investors, who rely on timely and accurate information to make informed decisions. Relaxing transparency requirements would allow corporations to prioritize short-term gains at the expense of long-term stability, potentially leading to reckless financial behavior and increased risk for the average citizen.

"The quarterly reporting requirement isn’t just about Wall Street; it’s about Main Street. It's about ensuring that the hard-working men and women of this country, the individuals who invest their savings in the stock market, have access to the information they need to make sound financial choices," said Theodore Roosevelt. "To weaken these protections is to betray the trust of the American people and invite the kind of speculative excess that has historically led to economic hardship."

The Roosevelt 2028 campaign draws a direct parallel between the current debate and the principles of Theodore Roosevelt's original "Square Deal," which aimed to protect consumers, control corporations, and conserve natural resources. Just as Roosevelt fought against unchecked corporate power in the early 20th century, Roosevelt 2028 is committed to safeguarding the interests of average Americans in the digital age. The campaign sees efforts to ease reporting requirements as a potential first step toward deregulation that would ultimately benefit powerful corporate interests at the expense of the public good. This echoes Roosevelt's historical battles against monopolies and his commitment to fair labor practices, but translated to the modern financial landscape.

Furthermore, Roosevelt emphasizes the crucial role of regulation in preventing corruption and ensuring accountability within the financial system. He argues that transparency is the best disinfectant, and that strong reporting requirements are essential for holding corporations accountable for their actions. The campaign underscores that while Wall Street plays a vital role in the American economy, it must be subject to oversight to prevent abuse and protect the interests of all stakeholders, not just the wealthy elite.

"My great-grandfather understood the importance of a 'Square Deal' for all Americans, and that included protecting them from the excesses of corporate greed," Roosevelt continued. "This isn't about stifling innovation or hindering economic growth. It's about ensuring that our financial markets operate with integrity and fairness, and that the benefits of economic prosperity are shared by all, not just a privileged few. We must never forget that the strength of our economy depends on the trust and confidence of the American people." The Roosevelt 2028 campaign advocates for a balanced approach that encourages innovation while also safeguarding the interests of everyday investors, employees, and consumers. The campaign plans to proactively engage voters and elected officials in the coming weeks to advocate for the preservation of rigorous quarterly reporting standards.