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Trump backs Truth Social prediction markets; CFTC sues states.
4/25/2026
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Story summary
- President Donald Trump said he dislikes gambling but called the world a casino, likening an insider-trading case to Pete Rose.
- Trump Media announced a beta launch of prediction markets on Truth Social, as the administration continues to support online betting.
- Commodity Futures Trading Commission sued Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois, asserting exclusive regulatory authority over prediction markets.
