Published July 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET · Updated July 16, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET
White House teleprompter operator suspended over alleged betting on President Trump's speeches
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A White House teleprompter operator was suspended after allegedly wagering on President Trump's speeches through prediction markets, earning nearly $100,000 according to Kalshi. Federal officials are investigating whether the staffer profited from advance knowledge of the President's remarks.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 21 hr ago, when Just the News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 8 independent outlets, including 6 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from CBS News. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
