Trump Jr. Leaves Kalshi Advisory Role
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Donald Trump Jr. will no longer serve as an advisor at prediction‑market platform Kalshi.
The company ended its advisory contract with the president’s son after his venture‑capital firm, 1789 Capital, announced a major stake in rival platform Polymarket.
Kalshi’s spokesperson said conversations about Trump Jr.’s exit began in August, following the Polymarket investment.
The arrangement was mutual, with both parties agreeing that it was a conflict of interest to keep Trump Jr. as an advisor while he served as a top investor for Polymarket.
Trump Jr. remains an advisor to Polymarket, and his ties to the industry could make prediction markets an easy target for lawmakers.
Kalshi first named Trump Jr. a strategic advisor in January 2025.
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Timeline
- On January 1 2025 Kalshi names Trump Jr. strategic adviser.
- On August 15 2026 Kalshi and Trump Jr. discuss exit.
- On October 1 2026 Kalshi confirms Trump Jr. advisory termination.
- On November 12 2026 Public announcement of Trump Jr. departure.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Potential regulatory scrutiny of prediction markets. Possible long-term US impact: Possible shift in advisory structures within fintech. Most affected groups: Investors in Kalshi and Polymarket. Reader priority: Understanding conflict of interest in fintech.
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CNBC — Trump Jr. Leaves Kalshi Advisory Role
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