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European Gamblers' Lottery Rigging Scheme Sparks Texas Investigation

4/21/2025

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In 2023, European gamblers attempted to collude with an American partner to rig a U.S. lottery, catching Texas officials off guard. This alarming scheme led Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton to launch investigations. State Senator Bob Hall condemned it as a "criminal enterprise," resulting in the Texas House slashing the lottery's funding.

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Story summary

In 2023, European gamblers attempted to collude with an American partner to rig a U.S. lottery, catching Texas officials off guard. This alarming scheme led Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton to launch investigations. State Senator Bob Hall condemned it as a "criminal enterprise," resulting in the Texas House slashing the lottery's funding.