Maricopa County Bans Election Betting | Tucson News

Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Maricopa County just slapped a new rule on county workers: no betting on election outcomes using inside info—especially as the primary looms. While Arizona law already bans election betting, prediction markets are exploding in popularity, covering politics, sports, and more. Officials are scrambling to set clear boundaries for public servants before Election Day. Meanwhile, the AG’s office is suing a prediction market platform over alleged illegal gambling, with federal courts weighing in. This county move mirrors the governor’s recent executive order for state employees—keeping integrity…