Trump Leads in Presidential Betting Odds

Former President Donald Trump has seen a significant surge in betting odds on various platforms as polls close, with most platforms giving him an implied victory probability ranging from 62% to over 85% against Vice President Kamala Harris. Polymarket, Kalshi, and PredictIt all show Trump leading, with Polymarket indicating a peak of 83% and Kalshi at 85% as of 10 p.m. EST. In contrast, earlier in the evening, Trump had lower odds, with estimates around 60% as polls began closing. Meanwhile, Trump has reportedly secured 198 Electoral College votes compared to Harris's 99, suggesting strong support in key states. Betting activity on platforms like Polymarket has reached billions, indicating substantial public interest in the election outcome, while notable figures, including streamer Adin Ross, have publicly backed Trump with significant bets. Overall, while betting odds favor Trump, polling data suggests a closer race between the candidates.