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Is Polymarket Legal in California? October 2026 Status

Yes, Polymarket is legal in California, with the Polymarket app and polymarket.us operating as a licensed prediction market regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), an agency of the federal government. Using the Polymarket promo code CBSSPORTS in California unlocks a $25 bonus trading credit for new users after a $10+ deposit. Credits can be used to trade event contracts, including the Buccaneers vs. Cowboys Thursday Night Football game. Tap here for the…

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