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Washington AG Sues Kalshi for Illegal Gambling Operations

3/28/2026

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Washington Attorney General Nick Brown filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging it operates an illegal gambling service in Washington.
The lawsuit asserts Kalshi violates the Gambling Act and Consumer Protection Act by letting users bet on sports and elections.
The state seeks to halt Kalshi's operations, recover losses for residents, and impose penalties.
The complaint notes Washington's strict gambling laws, which have emphasized consumer protection since its statehood in 1889.

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Washington Attorney General Nick Brown filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, alleging it operates an illegal gambling service in Washington.
The lawsuit asserts Kalshi violates the Gambling Act and Consumer Protection Act by letting users bet on sports and elections.
The state seeks to halt Kalshi's operations, recover losses for residents, and impose penalties.
The complaint notes Washington's strict gambling laws, which have emphasized consumer protection since its statehood in 1889.