Federal Probe Advances

The most likely path is that the U.S. Department of Justice acknowledges the lawmakers' request and authorizes at least a preliminary federal review. The size of the alleged Kutzko household abuse case involving 21 surrogate-born children gives DOJ and the FBI a credible basis to examine interstate payments, custody records, and possible exploitation.

Each figure is the modeled move of the S&P 500 if the outcome occurs. For information only. Not investment advice.