Senate passes resolution banning members from trading on prediction markets
The Senate unanimously passed a resolution introduced by Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH) on Thursday that prohibits senators, staff, and officers from trading on prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, effective immediately. An amendment from Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA) expanded the ban to include Senate employees and recommended similar actions by the House, executive branch, and judiciary. The measure addresses concerns about insider trading and national security risks.
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This event sits in the top 93% of divergence this week. 6 outlets covered it, splitting into 3 framing camps across 2 bias groups.
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