PodcastThe Intercept Briefing October 9, 2026
Prediction Markets Have a Lock on the Midterms
Kate Nibbs of Wired discusses the rapid growth of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, their legal fights with states over gambling classification, their ties to the Trump family, and risks to midterm elections and public health.
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