The Office of the Governor of the State of New York

07/08/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/08/2026 06:18

Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James

NEW YORK - Governor Kathy Hochul and New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after Kalshi lost its lawsuit against the New York Gaming Commission:

"New York's gambling laws are designed to protect consumers. Kalshi tried to ignore them. Yesterday, they lost in court.

"We will continue to hold all gambling platforms accountable to the law - and that includes prediction markets."

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