People are betting $1.2M on whether federal agents in Minneapolis shootings will be charged

People are betting $1.2M on whether ICE agents in Minneapolis shootings will be charged

Jonathan Ross getting charged for killing Renee Good before the end of the month is a less likely event than Jesus Christ’s return before the end of the year, according to people betting on the prediction market Polymarket.Prediction markets, which have soared in popularity since 2024, allow people to bet on almost anything. Under the category “Minnesota Unrest” on Polymarket, for example, over $2 million has been wagered on whether Gov. Tim Wal…

$1.2M bet on whether there's federal charges in Minneapolis shootings

Minnesota lawmakers are pushing to ban prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, sparking a debate over whether they are gambling.

People are betting $1.2M on whether federal agents in Minneapolis shootings will be charged

Minnesota legislators introduced a bill Tuesday March 17, 2026, to ban “prediction markets” such as Polymarket, where people can bet on events. (Photo by Alyssa Chen/Minnesota Reformer)Jonathan Ross getting charged for killing Renee Good before the end of the month is a less likely event than Jesus Christ’s return before the end of the year, according to people betting on the prediction market Polymarket. Prediction markets, which have soared in…