Gambling Companies Flood Alabama Politics
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Out-of-state gambling companies are heavily investing in Alabama politics ahead of the 2026 elections, with DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM-linked PACs contributing over $1 million. Key recipients include Senator Jay Hovey, Senate candidate Doug Harwall, and House member James Lomax. Gaming bills for lotteries, online betting, and casinos are set to resurface after narrowly missing passage last year. Opponents accuse the groups of money laundering, while candidates argue for a voter referendum, citing Alabamians current cross-border gambling activities. Other PACs, like the North Alabama PAC and the Poarch Creek Indian group, are also involved, promising more political intrigue as the election approaches.
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