Problem gambling can affect people long before they run out of money, and new research suggests Black households are facing particularly significant financial consequences as online betting expands across America. A study published in August 2026 found that online gambling legalization was associated with a nearly 30% increase in credit card debt among households headed by Black Americans, raising concerns about the hidden costs of an industry that has become increasingly connected to sports, entertainment, and everyday life.
The conversation comes as rapper Offset recently opened up about his enjoyment of gambling during an appearance on The New York Times’ “Popcast.” When asked whether he had a gambling problem, Offset…