The complaint argues that Kalshi violates the state’s Gambling Act and Consumer Protection Act, the Washington State Office of the Attorney General said in a Friday press release.
It seeks to halt the alleged unlawful activities, recover money lost by the state’s residents, and assess civil penalties, according to the release.
Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown said in the release that K...
Steelman: The complaint filed by the Washington and Arizona Attorneys General alleges that Kalshi operates in violation of state gambling laws, engages in activities detrimental to consumers, and should be held accountable for these actions.
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