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Chris Christie Warns: Prediction Markets Threaten Sports Betting Integrity

1/8/2026

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Chris Christie, former New Jersey governor, now advises the American Gaming Association (AGA) in its effort to curb prediction markets.
Christie says prediction markets operate illegally by bypassing state regulations and threaten the integrity of regulated sports betting.
A report says these markets could exceed $1 trillion in trading volume, while Nevada's gaming revenue faces challenges, with passenger volume declines at Harry Reid International Airport and mixed Strip results.

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Chris Christie, former New Jersey governor, now advises the American Gaming Association (AGA) in its effort to curb prediction markets.
Christie says prediction markets operate illegally by bypassing state regulations and threaten the integrity of regulated sports betting.
A report says these markets could exceed $1 trillion in trading volume, while Nevada's gaming revenue faces challenges, with passenger volume declines at Harry Reid International Airport and mixed Strip results.