A former teleprompter operator for the White House has been ordered to pay $172,000 by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for placing bets on prediction markets related to statements by former President Trump. The operator, Gabriel Perez, allegedly engaged in insider trading by betting on upcoming speeches, leading to a significant penalty. Additionally, he is required to turn over any profits gained from these activities. This case falls under broader scrutiny regarding insider trading practices involving individuals with access to confidential information.