Indian Gaming Association warns of prediction-market campaign spending
Indian Gaming Association representatives warned that political spending by prediction-market backers could affect tribal gaming interests ahead of the November 2026 US midterm elections. Holly Cook Macarro said the association had a $2 million legal-defence fund, while opponents were reportedly spending $200 million during the election cycle. IGA chair David Bean raised concerns about prediction-market operators’ regulatory status and outreach to lawmakers.
The spending and policy debate could affect tribal gaming interests and the regulatory frameworks governing prediction markets.