Kalshi is investigating bets on Trump’s press secretary pick placed before announcement: WSJ

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What happened

Three bets totaling about $173 were placed before news outlets reported Zacharia's pick and are expected to pay out roughly $9,600 combined.

Key facts

  • Three bets totaling about $173 were placed before news outlets reported Zacharia's pick and are expected to pay out roughly $9,600 combined.
  • Reported by The Block and published Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:35:25 UTC.

Why it matters

Digital-asset markets react to catalysts within minutes, and liquidity, ETF flows and regulatory signals are usually what decide whether a move sticks.

What to watch next

  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
  • Liquidation clusters around the current price
  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

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