Senator Markwayne Mullin is back in the trading spotlight, and this time he's betting big on Microsoft Corporation (MSFT). The Oklahoma Republican and close ally of President Donald Trump disclosed a purchase worth between $250,000 and $500,000 in the tech giant's shares, making it his most significant investment move of 2025.
A Major Shift Toward Microsoft
The November 3 transaction stands out not just for its size, but for what Mullin sold to make it happen. On the same day, the senator dumped several positions:
- Berkshire Hathaway B (BRK): $15,000 to $50,000
- Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG): $15,000 to $50,000
- Fiserv (FISV): $15,000 to $50,000
- T-Mobile US (TMUS): $50,000 to $100,000
Microsoft was the sole purchase in this disclosure, representing a concentrated bet on one of the Magnificent Seven stocks. For context, Mullin's typical transactions hover in the $1,000 to $50,000 range, making this quarter-million-plus purchase a notable outlier.
This isn't his first rodeo with Microsoft shares this year. Back in February, Mullin picked up another $50,000 to $100,000 worth of the stock. He also bought between $15,000 and $50,000 in Amazon.com Inc (AMZN) shares during the same period. Among the Magnificent Seven tech stocks, Microsoft and Amazon are the only two Mullin has purchased in 2025.
A Trading Record That Raises Eyebrows
Mullin ranks among the most active stock traders in Congress, but his trading history hasn't been without controversy. Earlier this year, he violated the STOCK Act by reporting 2023 transactions two years late in 2025. That kind of delayed disclosure is exactly what the law was designed to prevent.
His committee assignments add another layer of scrutiny to his trades. Mullin serves on the Committee on Appropriations, Committee on Armed Services, Committee on Indian Affairs, and Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, along with various subcommittees. The Armed Services role is particularly sensitive, as defense stock trades by committee members often spark concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
Case in point: Mullin previously disclosed buying shares of defense contractor L3 Harris Technologies (LHX), which immediately drew attention given his Armed Services position. Defense stocks and government contracts make for an uncomfortable combination when lawmakers are doing the buying.
Why This Microsoft Purchase Matters
Given the size of Mullin's Microsoft investment and his proximity to President Trump, market watchers will be keeping a close eye on any future government contracts that land in Microsoft's lap. It's one thing for a senator to buy tech stocks; it's another when that senator sits on powerful committees and has the president's ear.
The timing and scale of the purchase turn this into more than just another congressional trade disclosure. It's a signal about where at least one well-connected lawmaker sees value, and it's substantial enough to warrant monitoring as the year progresses.
Where Microsoft Stock Stands
As of Monday, MSFT stock is trading at $476.23, within its 52-week range of $344.76 to $555.45. Shares are up 13.8% year-to-date in 2025, rewarding investors who got in earlier this year—including, presumably, Senator Mullin on his February purchase.
Whether this latest bet pays off remains to be seen, but one thing's certain: when lawmakers with committee power and presidential connections make moves this big, people notice.