# Judge Adam B. Abelson **Role:** Federal District Court Judge **Court:** U.S. District Court (district not specified in source) ## Timeline - **2025-08-01** — Denied Kalshi's preliminary injunction in KalshiEX LLC v. Martin, finding state gaming authority can coexist with CFTC regulation ## Notes Abelson's district court ruling formed the basis for Fourth Circuit appeal. His decision supported Maryland Gaming Commission's authority to regulate prediction markets despite CFTC oversight.