Politics
White House teleprompter operator placed on leave after betting on Trump speeches
Washington Post Politics·July 16, 2026·1 min read
A White House teleprompter operator was placed on unpaid leave after his online prediction market activity, which showed he placed wagers related to President Donald Trump's public remarks, was flagged to federal regulators. The operator's betting on Trump speeches led to the disciplinary action, according to the report.
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