White House teleprompter operator accused of making $100k off Trump speech bets
A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
A White House teleprompter operator accused of insider betting.
Karoline Leavitt is the White House press secretary.
Robert DeNault is the head of enforcement at Kalshi.
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A White House staffer has been accused of using inside knowledge of speeches to make nearly $100,000 on Kalshi.
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