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Kalshi Sues Montana AG to Block Gambling Law Enforcement

4/15/2026

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Kalshi filed a lawsuit against Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen to block enforcement of state gambling laws.
Kalshi argues it operates under federal regulation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and cites a federal appeals court ruling that limited state authority over similar markets.
The Montana Department of Justice previously issued a cease-and-desist letter stating Kalshi's operations resemble gambling.
Kalshi seeks to halt Montana's regulatory actions while the dispute unfolds.

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Kalshi filed a lawsuit against Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen to block enforcement of state gambling laws.
Kalshi argues it operates under federal regulation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and cites a federal appeals court ruling that limited state authority over similar markets.
The Montana Department of Justice previously issued a cease-and-desist letter stating Kalshi's operations resemble gambling.
Kalshi seeks to halt Montana's regulatory actions while the dispute unfolds.