A streamer lost over $700K betting on Kamala Harris during the election, expressing disappointment after the results.
In a surprising turn of events during the 2024 US presidential election, Canadian streamer xQc lost over $600,000 after betting on Kamala Harris to win.
This moment, caught live on his stream, has become a topic of discussion across social media platforms.
The election saw Donald Trump defeat Harris, who was the sitting Vice President.
Many people had placed bets on the outcome, hoping to profit from what they believed would be a close race.
A streamer bets a huge amount of money on Kamala Harris
Among them was Félix Lengyel, better known as xQc, who decided to make a significant wager on Harris.
On November 4, just before the election results started rolling in, xQc announced on X (formerly Twitter) that he had placed a bet of $700,000 in Bitcoin.
He expressed confidence about his choice, stating that the odds were too good to pass up.
At that moment, many thought his bet might not be too risky given the predictions of a competitive election.
“This better-hit lmao, the odds are too good I had to. Don’t get it twisted. PS: Don’t get mad… I can’t even vote since I’m Canadian.”
As the night progressed, however, it became clear that Trump was gaining ground in key battleground states.
States like Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania were critical for both candidates.
Streamer disappointed after losing over $700K betting on Kamala Harris during election
As the results came in, xQc’s confidence quickly turned into panic.
His reactions were broadcast live, allowing viewers to witness the moment his betting hopes crumbled.
In the now-viral clip, xQc can be seen frantically checking the election results while simultaneously trying to assess his betting options.
As Trump secured wins in important states, the realization of his impending loss became apparent.
Viewers watched as he quickly attempted to cash out from his bet, but the damage was already done.
Reactions from the public
The online community reacted to xQc’s loss with a mix of sympathy and schadenfreude.
Many viewers felt little pity for the streamer, with some suggesting that he could have used that money for charitable donations instead of betting.
One user said: You could’ve donated that $700,000 to a charity instead of burning it.
Others found the situation amusing and used it as an opportunity to critique the risks associated with high-stakes betting.
That was stake’s money anyway, the third user commented.
So many people saying they’re voting Kamala secretly voted for the orange man, that’s a fact. Even celebrities, another wrote.
He deserves it for promoting gambling to his followers tbh, another said.
Betting on her was such a bad idea, someone wrote.
Another streamer won a huge bet after betting on Trump
While xQc faced a massive financial loss, other streamers had a more profitable night.
Adin Ross, another popular streamer, celebrated his successful bet on Trump, winning around $1 million.
Ross has been openly supportive of Trump throughout the campaign, and his victory paid off well.
The key policies from Donald Trump after his election win
Address immigration
Donald Trump has promised to continue building a wall along the US-Mexico border, a key goal from his first term.
He has also mentioned using the Insurrection Act to control the border and plans to launch the “largest deportation program in history.”
Trump on women’s rights
Trump appointed Supreme Court justices who helped overturn Roe v. Wade, leading to stricter abortion laws in many states.
He supports these laws but will not propose a federal ban on abortion.
He also plans to offer free IVF treatment for women struggling to conceive.
The change in foreign policy
Trump aims to change the US approach to global conflicts.
He wants to reassess aid to Ukraine and has criticized Israel’s tactics in the Middle East.
He has threatened to revoke visas for foreign students who participate in protests.
Taxes, economy, and environment
Trump claims he will end inflation and plans to boost the oil industry.
He is against offshore wind farms, calling them harmful to wildlife.
He also wants to lower interest rates and change tax policies while deporting undocumented immigrants.