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Anything goes in US betting: candidates are already betting on their own elections... and are being caught
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Anything goes in US betting: candidates are already betting on their own elections... and are being caught

SAPO Notícias9 September 2026 at 19:10

In the United States, it has become possible to bet money on practically anything, including who will control Congress, who will win an election, or even specific words Donald Trump may utter in a speech. This freedom in betting has attracted more and more participants to this type of platform.

Among the bettors are political candidates who have been betting on the very elections they are participating in. This practice, which may seem contradictory, has been growing as betting platforms become more popular in the country.

According to the report, some of these candidates are being caught for betting on themselves. The situation raises questions about ethics and transparency in the electoral process, as well as potential conflicts of interest.

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