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Federal judge says Ho-Chunk can sue Kalshi under IGRA, but denies injunction

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 7:51 PM
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  • Jill R. Dorson, InGame

A federal judge in Wisconsin Monday denied the Ho-Chunk Nation’s request for a preliminary injunction to keep Kalshi from operating on its lands while the case proceeds.

U.S. District Judge William M. Conley of the Western District of Wisconsin also granted Kalshi’s request to dismiss the portions of a lawsuit brought under the Lanham Act and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). He said the tribe can move forward with its complaint under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), though he dismissed Robinhood as a defendant.

Conley’s focus on IGRA is clear through his written opinion…

Both sides could claim a partial victory from the decision.