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The Prediction Market Boom Has Washington on Edge and the Stakes Are Higher Than Anyone Expected

Prediction markets face growing scrutiny from Capitol Hill lawmakers concerned about manipulation, insider trading, and democratic integr…

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Prediction markets face growing scrutiny from Capitol Hill lawmakers concerned about manipulation, insider trading, and democratic integrity as platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket expand ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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