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  "path": "/2026/03/23/illinois-regulators-say-prediction-markets-are-illegal-gambling-but-bettors-and-the-trump-family-love-them/",
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  "textContent": "Prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket rake in millions from wagers on sports and current events but pay nothing in state betting taxes and ignore regulations that govern online sportsbooks.",
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