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The New York Stock Exchange Group has hired Ballard Partners for government affairs advice and guidance on issues related to trading and the capital markets.
Brian Ballard, a top fundraiser for Donald Trump, and Michael LaRosa, who was First Lady Jill Biden’s spokesperson, handle the business.
NYSE, which is part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc., officially opened NYSE Texas on March 31 as the first securities exchange to operate in The Lone Star State.
Trump Media & Technology Group was the first company to list on NYSE Texas.
TMTG CEO Devin Nunes called the Texas exchange a great fit for his company as it diversifies “into financial services and other realms.”
TMTG retains its primary stock listing on the NASDAQ.


Brett Horton, who was chief of staff to House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, has joined the American Hotel & Lodging Assn. as its chief advocacy officer, a new position.
Daimler Truck North American Dealer Council has hired Crossroads Strategies for representation on tariff issues.
BGR Government Affairs has picked up Denmark’s Orsted for strategic counsel and advocacy on issues regarding off-shore wind development.
Tesla has hired Trump-connected Continental Strategy for DC representation.
Ballard Partners has landed Breitling, the Swiss luxury watchmaker, for guidance related to trade and tariffs.



