Prediction market Kalshi has suspended GOP House candidate Laurie Buckhout from its platform for three years after determining that she wagered on her own race. Buckhout, who launched her candidacy in North Carolina’s 1st Congressional District in December 2025, purchased less than $1,000 worth of contracts related to her race against incumbent Rep. Don Davis (D-N.C.).
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Kalshi suspends GOP House candidate Laurie Buckhout for betting on her own race
Kalshi has suspended GOP House candidate Laurie Buckhout for three years after she placed bets on her own election race. Buckhout entered the race in December 2025 and made wagers totaling less than $1,000 against her opponent, Rep. Don Davis.
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Kalshi suspends GOP House candidate in North Carolina for betting on own race
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Kalshi suspends GOP House candidate Laurie Buckhout for betting on her own race