https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-congressman-george-santos-for-life-after-state-of-the-union-tradesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-congressman-george-santos-for-life-after-state-of-the-union-tradeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-congressman-george-santos-for-life-after-state-of-the-union-trades#u58771Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:15:42 +0000Prediction market Kalshi issued its first-ever lifetime ban against former US congressman George Santos following suspicious trading activity linked to State of the Union address bets. The platform action stems from insider trading allegations. Santos previously pleaded guilty to identity theft and wire fraud, and faced severe public scrutiny for fabricating his education and employment history before this lifetime ban occurred.Why it mattersPrediction markets face escalating scrutiny as platform activity draws regulatory interest, bans, and arrests. The platform restriction highlights the int https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-congressman-george-santos-for-life-after-state-of-the-union-tradeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-congressman-george-santos-for-life-after-state-of-the-union-trades#u55607Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:05:29 +0000Prediction market Kalshi has permanently banned former US congressman George Santos from its platform, citing suspicious trading activity, including insider trading allegations related to State of the Union address bets.Why it mattersThis move comes amid increased scrutiny of prediction markets and their users, particularly those involved in trading on politically sensitive information. George Santos, who served in the US Congress before being expelled, has been at the center of controversy regarding his financial dealings. Kalshi's decision marks the first-ever lifetime ban issued by the