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NYC Approves First Vegas-Style Casinos Amid Controversy

12/3/2025

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New York City will welcome its first Vegas-style casinos after a state panel approved three license proposals.
The proposals include a $4 billion Ferry Point casino and an $8.1 billion Hard Rock casino near Citi Field, backed by Mets owner Steve Cohen.
The plans could benefit U.S. President Donald Trump.
The New York State Gaming Commission is set to finalize licenses soon.

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New York City will welcome its first Vegas-style casinos after a state panel approved three license proposals.
The proposals include a $4 billion Ferry Point casino and an $8.1 billion Hard Rock casino near Citi Field, backed by Mets owner Steve Cohen.
The plans could benefit U.S. President Donald Trump.
The New York State Gaming Commission is set to finalize licenses soon.