How Trump supporters swamped online bookmakers and lost millions of dollars
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A confluence of factors led more people than ever to bet on the election — twice as much money as the past two Super Bowls combined — though ultimately it may just come down to the type of person who bets online and loves Trump.
A few factors might explain the yearlong surge in pro-Trump bets. First, think about the median person who regularly engages in online betting. The stereotype that popped into your brain is probably correct.