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Kalshi bans ex-Congressman George Santos for life, alleging insider trading
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points This decision was made after the company's Compliance Department found evidence of questionable trading activity. The company has also taken action against a congressional candidate from North Carolina, fining and temporarily banning them for similar behavior.
A former US Representative has been banned from an online prediction market. This decision was made after the company's Compliance Department found evidence of questionable trading activity. The individual, a Republican, had placed bets on whether they would attend a major address, and later made a significant profit when they did not attend.
The company has also taken action against a congressional candidate from North Carolina, fining and temporarily banning them for similar behavior. This candidate has acknowledged their actions as a mistake.
Further details on these enforcement cases are available, including the company's statement on the matter.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
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