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Supreme Court Backs Tribal Gambling Amid Legal Battles

4/7/2026

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The Supreme Court blocked California's attempt to shut down card rooms on reservations.
At the Indian Gaming Association convention, Indian Gaming Association Chairman David Bean criticized prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi as unlawful gambling disguised as finance.
Tribal leaders warn these platforms could undermine regulated gambling operations generating over $40 billion annually.
Lawsuits by tribal nations against these platforms remain ongoing, while the Trump administration backs the industry.

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Story summary

The Supreme Court blocked California's attempt to shut down card rooms on reservations.
At the Indian Gaming Association convention, Indian Gaming Association Chairman David Bean criticized prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi as unlawful gambling disguised as finance.
Tribal leaders warn these platforms could undermine regulated gambling operations generating over $40 billion annually.
Lawsuits by tribal nations against these platforms remain ongoing, while the Trump administration backs the industry.