White House staff fined, forfeits winnings for betting on Trump’s words
- Posted on August 29, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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A former White House teleprompter operator faced disciplinary action after profiting significantly from wagering on presidential speech content. Gabriel Perez, who has since departed his position, accumulated substantial winnings by predicting Trump's statements during official addresses. The incident highlights ethical concerns regarding insider information and conflicts of interest within government institutions. Officials imposed financial penalties and forfeiture of earnings to address potential breaches of conduct standards and maintain institutional integrity.
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