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Trump Family Ventures into Gambling Amid Controversy

11/13/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s family re-enters gambling by launching prediction markets on Truth Social, announced by Trump Media & Technology Group.
Donald Trump Jr. has ties to Kalshi and Polymarket, fueling concerns about conflicts of interest given his father's regulatory authority.
Defenders say Trump Jr.'s roles are separate from government dealings, while critics argue this intertwining threatens public trust and governance.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s family re-enters gambling by launching prediction markets on Truth Social, announced by Trump Media & Technology Group.
Donald Trump Jr. has ties to Kalshi and Polymarket, fueling concerns about conflicts of interest given his father's regulatory authority.
Defenders say Trump Jr.'s roles are separate from government dealings, while critics argue this intertwining threatens public trust and governance.