Politics
Odds to be Picked Republican Vice Presidential Running Mate 2016: Gingrich New Favorite
Former House Leader Newt Gingrich has become the new favorite to be selected as presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump’s Vice Presidential running mate this July 4 afternoon.
No More Online Gambling in the Philippines: Newly Sworn President Orders
Immediately after being sworn in, new Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte issued a decree that shocked many: No more online gambling in the nation.
Online Poker Left Out in the Cold Again: Cali, PA Still Some Promise
New York State has just legalized Daily Fantasy Sports while giving online poker the cold shoulder and this continues to be the trend despite some glimmers of hope in 2016.
Brexit Baffled Punters, Pundits and Fund Managers to the Very End
Nearly everyone, from London gamblers to U.S. money managers got it wrong. Britain's vote to leave the European Union shocked pundits, investors and politicians alike, underscoring the inherent difficulty of forecasting such rare events.
Brexit Causes Plunge of Ladbrokes, Paddy Power, William Hill Shares
Three of the UK’s biggest online gambling operators saw their shares plunge Friday following news that the Brits had voted to pull out of the European Union (a la the Brexit referendum).
Odds to Be Named Next Prime Minister of England: Boris Johnson Favorite
With David Cameron stepping down as British Prime Minister Friday following the historic Brexit vote to leave the European Union, oddsmakers were quick to post odds on the next Prime Minister.
Bookmakers Wrong! BREXIT Wins
The British people have voted to leave the European Union. David Cameron to step down. Markets likely to be in turmoil Friday.
Can I Bet on the Brexit Referendum From the US, Worldwide?
Sure the Euro 2016 is getting plenty of attention from gamblers right now but one of the most wagered on events of the week will likely be what transpires with the Brexit Referendum.
2016 US Presidential Swing State Betting Odds – Clinton vs. Trump
You can now wager on which party and/or candidate for the 2016 US Presidential race will win a handful of so-called swing states. Note that the below odds are subject to change if not locked in. The below summaries were created June 21, 2016.
Bookmaker so Convinced of No BREXIT They Offer Best Odds and Money Back if Vote Leave Loses
Founder Offers €1 Million Charity to Bet on Leave to Nigel Farage
Las Vegas Sun: How Trump Bankrupted His AC Casinos and Still Made Millions
The Las Vegas Sun featured a report Sunday morning on how the now shuttered Trump Plaza Casino and Hotel along with the recently sold Trump Marina Hotel and Casino brought in millions for GOP presumptive US Presidential nominee Donald Trump while hundreds of jobs were dissolved.
Oddsmakers Make Elizabeth Warren Favorite to Be Democratic Vice President
The oddsmakers have spoken and Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren has been instilled as the 4-1 favorite to be presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton’s Vice Presidential running mate. Clinton is seeking to become the first female President of the United States.
Wayne Root: I Got Death Threats After Appearing on Bill Maher’s Show
It's been a tough couple of weeks for sports handicapper/political commentator Wayne Root. On May 27, Root was a guest on the HBO talk show "Real Time with Bill Maher."
The Power of Relentless: Obama Mocks Wayne Allyn Root at Commencement Speech
A Donald Trump surrogate and special contributor to the Gambling911.com website was referenced and mocked by US President Barack Obama during a commencement speech at the US Air Force Academy.
‘Real Time’ Host Maher Calls Root’s Cited Climate Change Study ‘Bull****’
Vegas sports handicapper and one time Libertarian Vice Presidential nominee Wayne Allyn Root appeared on “Real Time With Bill Maher” in order to defend presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump.
Root on ‘Bill Maher’: Illegal Mexicans are ‘Pouring Over the Border’
Vegas sports handicapper and one time Libertarian Vice Presidential running mate Wayne Allyn Root got into a testy debate with fellow guests of the HBO show live broadcast of “Real Time With Bill Maher” Friday night. The show’s host, Maher himself, didn’t let Root off easy either.
Paddy Power Trump Weiner Wager: G911 Investigates Cockeyed Controversy
Yes it's true, we get right to the point and chat with a rep from Paddy Power to determine if the just-announced Donald Trump "penis bet" is real or just a stunt. Check out this hilarious transcript of said chat
New Low? Bookmaker Taking Bets on the Size of Donald Trump’s Genitalia
Europe’s most controversial online bookmaker, Paddy Power, announced on Thursday it has begun taking bets on the size of US Presidential candidate and presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump’s male sex organ.
Donald Trump Mafia Ties: Politico Author Claims Numerous Relations
One of presumptive Republican nominee for US President Donald Trump’s least favorite media outlets, Politico, filed a report over the weekend attempting to establish the real estate mogul’s possible ties to the Mafia.
With Gary Johnson as President, All Bets Are On!
With word that the deep pocketed Koch Brothers are reportedly contemplating funding the Libertarian candidate and two-term former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson's campaign, we look back at Thomas Somach's report on Johnson and his friendly attitude towards gambling.
Hillary Clinton on the ‘No Fly List’: Banned From Using Bilzerian Plane
Dan Bilzerian, the so-called Instagram Playboy, has banned US Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton from using his registered airplane.
Odds to Win Democratic Kentucky Primary, Oregon Primary
The odds to win the Democratic Kentucky Primary Tuesday had former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as a 1-3 favorite.
Elizabeth Warren Veepstakes Odds – To Be Picked Clinton’s VP Running Mate
Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren to be chosen as Hillary Clinton’s VP was being offered up at long 7-1 odds at Paddy Power.
What are the Betting Odds of Trump Being President Of the U.S.?
One of the biggest news stories of the year has been Donald Trump’s bid to become the next President of the United States. This has spilled over into the world of gambling news in the form of what are the betting odds of Trump being President of the US?
12 Ways Clinton Can Lose US Presidential Election: Odds Have Her 2-5 Favorite
The 2016 US Presidential race is Hillary Clinton’s to win at 2-5 odds, but the Washington Post suggests 12 different scenarios that can occur whereby Ms. Clinton loses the election.
Readers React to Michigan Online Gambling Spousegate: Feelings Range From Shock to Disgust
As reported by the Detroit Free Press late Saturday night, state Sen. Mike Kowall has sponsored a bill to legalize online poker, a piece of legislation it turns out his wife’s lobbying firm has its hand in.
Michigan Online Gambling Bill Dead on Arrival? State Transparency Laws Lacking
The Detroit Free Press’ Paul Egan broke the story late Saturday that Michigan state Senator Mike Kowal’s wife currently works for the lobbying firm that is pushing her husband’s online gambling bill.
Political Shenanigans in Michigan Must Stop: Online Poker Bill Author Wife Hired by Lobbying Firm
In a shocking revelation late Saturday, the Detroit Free Press has revealed that an Internet gambling bill sponsored by Sen. Mike Kowall is being backed by his wife’s lobbying firm, thus presenting a tremendous conflict of interest.
Trump Poker? GOP Media Operative Calls Presumptive Nominee ‘Republican in Drag’
You might think a new ad depicting poker players mocking a lone Donald Trump supporter at the table was put out by the Hillary Clinton campaign. You would be wrong though.
Lindsey Graham Gets Shifty: Sneaks Online Gambling Language Into Unrelated Bill
One time US Presidential hopeful - or as GOP nominee Donald Trump might say “hopeless” – Lindsey Graham has decided to slip some anti-online gambling language into the latest House Appropriations bill.
