https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-gop-congressman-george-santos-for-lifeContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-gop-congressman-george-santos-for-lifehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kalshi-bans-former-gop-congressman-george-santos-for-life#u55253Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:06:01 +0000Prediction market Kalshi has permanently banned former U.S. Representative George Santos, marking the first lifetime ban in the platform's history. The exchange stated it found reasonable cause to believe Santos engaged in insider trading. The ban follows allegations that Santos manipulated markets by wagering on his own attendance at public events, specifically the 2026 State of the Union address. Santos responded by calling Kalshi an unserious company.Why it mattersPrediction markets allow users to bet on the outcome of real-world events. This action highlights the platform's effor