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Agreement Made to Add Internet Poker to Payroll Tax Extension Bill

C Costigan — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:57:52 +0000

A tweet by the highly reputable gaming news media outfit GlobalGamingBiz reveals that an amendment to legalize Internet poker in the U.S. is heading for attachment to the upcoming Payroll Tax Extension legislation.

Online Gambling Foe Spencer Bachus Subject of Insider-Trading Probe

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:07:37 +0000

One of the online gambling industry’s most outspoken opponents, Republican Spencer Bachus of Alabama, is being investigated as part of an insider-trading probe.

Jon Kyl on Legal Internet Poker in US: ‘Quite Possibly Something Will be Done’

Patrick Flanigan — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:10:53 +0000

In an interview with the National Journal conducted recently, Arizona Republican Senator Jon Kyl revealed that he and Senate Majority Leader Democrat Harry Reid are in discussions on how to get Internet poker legalized in the US.

Oversight Hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice Opinion on Internet Gambling Recap

C Costigan — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:48:48 +0000

An Oversight Hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice Opinion on Internet Gambling was held Thursday afternoon.

Rick Santorum Against Online Gambling: ‘Dangerous for Our Country’ (Video)

Ace King — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:16:36 +0000

Last week when it was learned the US Republican Presidential hopeful Rick Santorum came out against legalized online gambling, this appeared to be a nonissue. But now...

Lobbyist Claims Harry Reid Poised to Attach Online Poker Bill to Upcoming Payroll Tax Extension

Ace King — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:57:22 +0000

Report: Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s plans to attach a measure to the upcoming Unemployment payroll tax bill later this month legalizing Internet poker.

Oversight Hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice Opinion on Internet Gambling Live Webcast

Ace King — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:37:18 +0000

Those wishing to follow today’s Oversight Hearing on the U.S. Department of Justice Opinion on Internet Gambling will be able to do so at 2:15 pm EST via the Web here.

Odds to Win Minnesota Caucus, Colorado Caucus

Gilbert Horowitz — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:15:49 +0000

The latest odds to win Tuesday’s Minnesota Caucus as well as the Colorado Caucus were now available....

Legalized Internet Poker in Washington D.C. Unlikely Any Time Soon

Ace King — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:24:23 +0000

After becoming the first jurisdiction in the United States to legalize Internet poker, Washington, D.C. is looking less likely to allow the activity for its half million residents any time soon.

US State by State Internet Poker News: A Breakdown of Each

C Costigan — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:17:28 +0000

ADI News this weekend featured a pretty comprehensive look at the potential for Internet poker on a state-by-state basis.

Jon Kyl on Internet Poker Regulation: ‘Quite Possibly Something Will be Done’

C Costigan — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:21:56 +0000

Senator Jon Kyl talks Internet poker legalization in the US while not saying much.

New Jersey Politicians Meet With Gov Chris Christie to Discuss Internet Gambling

C Costigan — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:36:17 +0000

New Jersey politicians, including State Senator Raymond Lesniak, were taking part in closed door meetings with Governor Chris Christie to discuss a measure that would legalize online poker.

Hearing On Internet Poker With Justice Department Officials Likely

Ace King — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:14:00 +0000

House Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Manufacturing Chairwoman Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif.) advised Tuesday that she is considering holding another hearing on legalized Internet poker that would feature experts from the US Justice Department.

PaddyPower Regrets Paying Out on Early Romney Bets

Gilbert Horowitz — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:28:51 +0000

Following Newt Gingrich’s big South Carolina primary win this past Saturday, the Mitt Romney camp was not the only bunch banging their respective heads against the wall.

New Jersey Congressmen Introduce Sports Betting Bill

C Costigan — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:13:30 +0000

New Jersey Congressman Republican Rep. Frank LoBiondo introduced legislation that would bring legalized sports betting to all states that want it, not just the Garden State.

Connecticut Tribes Want Online Poker

Gilbert Horowitz — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:08:56 +0000

Connecticut’s two Tribal casinos are watching carefully for any developments concerning the Department of Justice change of stance as it applies to online poker.

Senate Hearing on the U.S. DOJ Opinion on Internet Poker to be Held Feb 9

C Costigan — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:23:20 +0000

Yet another hearing will take place as it involves legalizing online poker and potentially other forms of Internet gambling.

Another $5 Million Check From Sheldon Adelson to Pro-Newt Gingrich Pact

Aaron Goldstein — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:10:01 +0000

Las Vegas casino mogul Sheldon Adelson was reportedly sending yet another $5 million check to a pro-Newt Gingrich pact following the former House Speaker’s big South Carolina primary win.

The Ron Paul Online Gambling ‘Gaffe’ Good for Industry (Video)

C Costigan — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:40:07 +0000

Did Ron Paul really mean to mention "online gambling" during post-South Carolina primary speech?

Ron Paul South Carolina Speech Mentions Online Gambling

C Costigan — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:40:26 +0000

Ron Paul mentions online gambling during speech following South Carolina primary vote.

Huffington Post: Where the GOP Candidates Stand On Gambling

Gilbert Horowitz — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:56:29 +0000

The Huffington Post’s Ron Dicker published a piece this weekend on the four remaining US GOP candidates and their stance as it relates to gambling.

Social Security Payroll Tax Extension Bill Could Carry Online Poker Measure

C Costigan — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:52:04 +0000

Harry Reid this past week confirmed he is in talks with Senator Jon Kyl of Arizona to draft legislation that would essentially override the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA)

Poker News: Zynga Shares Up 6.1 Percent on News of ‘Real Money’ Play: Reid i-Poker Insertion Plan

Patrick Flanigan — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:30:56 +0000

The world’s largest online poker room, Zynga, witnessed a 6.1 percent surge in its share price on Friday with news of "real cash play" talks.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid Postpones Vote on Antipiracy Bill

C Costigan — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:07:52 +0000

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has delayed vote on a controversial antipiracy bill originally set for consideration this coming Tuesday.

Joe Biden in San Fran: “Giants on Their Way to Super Bowl” (Video)

Carrie Stroup — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:03:32 +0000

Joe Biden tells San Francisco 49ers fans in San Fran "Giants are Going to the Super Bowl". OUCH!