Should it be legal? Everyone can have their own opinion about it... It's a free country, and if people decide that it's ok, then it should be legal. It surely can be done responsibly... Currently, this is up to particular states to make such decisions. It is legal, and each state can make its own democratic decision about it. In fact, there are various interesting differences and restrictions implemented in various places in the US. I found an interesting article with detailed info about the status of sports betting in different states: bit. ly/32pSfcs