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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Tribal Casino Operators Cautiously Support Federal Sports Betting Ban Repeal
May 16, 2018

Tribal Casino Operators Cautiously Support Federal Sports Betting Ban Repeal

Numerous tribal casino operators say they want in on the game of sports betting after the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) repealed the longstanding federal ban this week. On Monday, SCOTUS issued its...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Bridgeport Casino Supporters Say Failed 2018 Push Will Be Renewed Next Legislative Session
May 16, 2018

Bridgeport Casino Supporters Say Failed 2018 Push Will Be Renewed Next Legislative Session

Backers of the failed Bridgeport casino in Connecticut say they'll cross that bridge later. With the Connecticut General Assembly adjourned for 2018, an integrated casino resort (IR) in Bridgeport won't be authorized before this year's...

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Casino Stocks Score Big on Lifting of Federal Sports Betting Ban
May 15, 2018

Casino Stocks Score Big on Lifting of Federal Sports Betting Ban

Casino stocks and companies associated with gaming saw their shares increase on Monday after the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled against the longstanding federal sports betting ban. With lawmakers in each state...

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Sen. Orrin Hatch, PASPA Coauthor, to Introduce Sports Betting Legislation in Wake of Supreme Court Decision
May 15, 2018

Sen. Orrin Hatch, PASPA Coauthor, to Introduce Sports Betting Legislation in Wake of Supreme Court Decision

Senator Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) said just hours after the Supreme Court lifted the longstanding federal sports betting ban that he helped write that he would be going back to the drawing board in order to...

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Steve Witkoff, Las Vegas The Drew Casino Owner, Testifies Against Former New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver
May 14, 2018

Steve Witkoff, Las Vegas The Drew Casino Owner, Testifies Against Former New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver

The Drew Las Vegas casino owner Steve Witkoff recently testified against former New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver in a trial that ultimately led to the ex-lawmaker being found guilty of using his office...

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GAME CHANGER: US Supreme Court Lifts Federal Sports Betting Ban 6-3, States Free to Determine Own Sports Wagering Paths
May 14, 2018

GAME CHANGER: US Supreme Court Lifts Federal Sports Betting Ban 6-3, States Free to Determine Own Sports Wagering Paths

In a dramatic 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided Monday, May 14 that Congress has no constitutional authority to prevent individual states from authorizing sports betting. The SCOTUS finally handed down...

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Hard Rock Atlantic City Rolls Out Star-Studded Opening Weekend Lineup, But with Soft Rock Leanings
May 13, 2018

Hard Rock Atlantic City Rolls Out Star-Studded Opening Weekend Lineup, But with Soft Rock Leanings

Don't go to the Hard Rock Atlantic City June 28 grand opening weekend celebration expecting to see any serious old-school rock 'n rollers. The new casino is bringing in music superstars Carrie Underwood and Pitbull...

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Western Conference Finals Likely to Determine NBA Champ, Oddsmakers Say
May 12, 2018

Western Conference Finals Likely to Determine NBA Champ, Oddsmakers Say

The conference finals tip off Sunday and Monday, and oddsmakers in Las Vegas feel the winner that prevails out of the West will ultimately win the NBA Finals. The NBA Playoffs are down to its...

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MGM Resorts Announces $2B Stock Repurchase, Hints Potential Wynn Acquisition is No More
May 11, 2018

MGM Resorts Announces $2B Stock Repurchase, Hints Potential Wynn Acquisition is No More

MGM Resorts says it plans to repurchase $2 billion worth of its own shares over an unspecified period of time, a motion that shows company executives are bullish on its future. The $2 billion repurchase...

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Sheldon Adelson Donates $30M to Republican Super PAC, Odds Still Favor Dems Taking House
May 11, 2018

Sheldon Adelson Donates $30M to Republican Super PAC, Odds Still Favor Dems Taking House

Casino owner and billionaire Sheldon Adelson is opening up his deep pockets to help the Republican Party retain control of the House of Representatives in November's midterm elections. Las Vegas Sands CEO Adelson, whose kingpin...

Written by Devin O'Connor