Election officials fear prediction markets will fuel distrust in the midterms

As they prepare to administer this fall’s elections, state officials worry the rise of betting will make their jobs more difficult.

BOSTON — Election officials are increasingly concerned that the proliferation of prediction markets could further fuel distrust and disruption around the midterm elections in an already contentious political climate.

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