Prediction markets are booming. Some lawmakers are betting against them.

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Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut
Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut is among the lawmakers sounding a note of deep skepticism about prediction markets.

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A well-timed Maduro bet on Polymarket paid out big. A new bill would keep government insiders out.

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Rep. Ritchie Torres
Rep. Ritchie Torres

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Rep. Ritchie Torres quietly leaves Progressive Caucus amid tensions over Israel-Hamas war

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Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres of New York at a hearing on Capitol Hill on March 29, 2023.
Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres of New York at a hearing on Capitol Hill on March 29, 2023.

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These 22 House Democrats voted to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for her rhetoric on Israel — while these 4 Republicans voted against it

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Rep. Rashida Tlaib at a candlelight vigil outside the Capitol on Tuesday to commemorate one month since the Hamas attack on Israel.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib at a candlelight vigil outside the Capitol on Tuesday to commemorate one month since the Hamas attack on Israel.

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