Key facts
- Rep. Jason Crow stated that lawmakers should not participate in prediction markets.
- Crow called for a ban on the use of prediction markets by lawmakers.
- Crow described the practice as "pretty gross."
- Crow previously worked at Arby's and as a rattlesnake wrangler.
- Crow stated the war in Iran must conclude diplomatically.
Representative Jason Crow has called for a ban on lawmakers participating in prediction markets, deeming the practice "pretty gross." Crow's remarks highlight concerns about the propriety of elected officials engaging in such activities.
In separate comments, Crow also discussed the functionality of the House Intelligence Committee, attributing its effectiveness to classified briefings that he believes reduce partisan distinctions among members. He shared personal anecdotes about his pre-congressional career, including working at Arby's and as a rattlesnake wrangler. Additionally, Crow expressed his view that the war in Iran should conclude diplomatically, characterizing the Iranian regime as malignant.