New York defies Trump admin, asks court to shut down Polymarket gambling

Gambling on prediction markets New York defies Trump admin, asks court to shut down Polymarket gambling New York sues Polymarket as Trump admin tries to override state gambling laws.

22 Riley O'Brien of the St. Louis Cardinals warms up before the MLB All-Star Game on July 14, 2026 in Philadelphia. Credit: Getty Images Riley O'Brien of the St. Louis Cardinals warms up before the MLB All-Star Game on July 14, 2026 in Philadelphia. Credit: Getty Images Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav New York sued Polymarket today, alleging that it runs an “illegal gambling operation” through its prediction market.