Ohio’s DeWine calls Kalshi “pigs”, vows to enforce gaming law
Ohio Gov Mike DeWine says the Sixth Circuit will let the state enforce gaming law against Kalshi.
The hit
Ohio Gov Mike DeWine says the US Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals will now allow the state to enforce its gaming laws against sports event contracts, including Kalshi’s, according to GamblingNews. DeWine called prediction markets “illegal gambling” dressed up to dodge regulation. Kalshi has disagreed, arguing its contracts are federally regulated products.
Why it matters
If Ohio’s reading holds, Kalshi faces a choice: pull sports event contracts from the state or fight on in court while risking further action. Sports event contracts have been the main issue for gaming regulators across the US, according to GamblingNews.
The record
| Age gap cited | Event contracts available from age 18 versus 21 for regulated sports betting |
|---|---|
| DeWine quote | “If it’s a pig, it’s a pig… It’s still not a sheep.” (Gov Mike DeWine) |
What happens next
Watch whether Kalshi suspends Ohio event contracts or pushes further legal challenges, & whether other states cite Ohio’s position against prediction markets.
Sources: Ohio Not Backing Down, Gov Says Kalshi Is Equal to Illegal Gambling
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