Most Americans surveyed by Reuters/Ipsos opposed betting on US elections and other government actions. The nationwide survey covered 4,506 adults from September 30 to October 5. Opposition to betting on election results reached 69% among Democrats and 61% among Republicans surveyed. The poll found that 43% opposed betting on professional sports, while 29% supported it. President Donald Trump's administration is pursuing federal regulations through the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, while states are fighting that effort.
