Jacki McGavick criticizes Connecticut’s prediction-market restrictions
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“You don't protect consumers by blocking exchanges that are actually regulated”
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Can Connecticut regulate sports prediction markets as gambling?
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Jacki McGavick responds to Connecticut (opens in a new tab) - CT InsiderMcGavick statement following the governor's September 10 news conference
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CT Insider requested comment on the governor’s news conference.
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She argues restrictions favor offshore markets.
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She criticizes the restriction itself, arguing it harms consumers.
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