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  • Do Democrats want hospitals paid extra to treat immigrants?

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    House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., escalated his blame of Democrats for the federal government’s ongoing shutdown.

    “As a condition for ending the Democrat shutdown, Democrats want hospitals paid MORE to treat illegal aliens than American citizens — including young pregnant women,” Johnson said in an Oct. 5 X post.

    He pointed to the Democrats’ proposal to reverse Republican spending bill health care provisions signed into law this summer.

    “Republicans made it illegal for Medicaid to reimburse care for illegal aliens at higher rates than for U.S. citizens. Democrats are now demanding to reverse that,” Johnson said in the X post. 

    He made a similar statement in an interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press” the same day.

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    A spokesperson for Johnson pointed to Section 71117 in the Republican law that Democrats want to repeal. The provision limits the way states can use taxes levied on health care providers to finance Medicaid costs. States share Medicaid costs with the federal government. 

    But health care experts said the section doesn’t address hospital reimbursement for providing services to immigrants illegally in the U.S.

    It “affects state financing mechanics, not coverage for undocumented patients,” University of California, Los Angeles health policy professor Arturo Bustamante said. “Reversing it wouldn’t suddenly increase payments for care to undocumented patients; it would just give states more flexibility in how they finance their Medicaid programs.”

    Democrats also want to reverse another section of the GOP bill, 71110, that affects hospital reimbursements for emergency care provided to immigrants. This can include immigrants illegally in the U.S. but is not limited to them. It also includes other noncitizens with legal status, such as permanent residents who have a waiting period before they qualify for Medicaid.

    The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act requires hospitals to provide emergency services to stabilize patients regardless of their ability to pay or immigration status. States and the federal government reimburse hospitals for care provided to immigrants who meet all Medicaid requirements except for their immigration status; immigrants in the country illegally are not eligible to receive Medicaid. Those reimbursements are called Emergency Medicaid.

    The Republican law didn’t end hospitals’ obligation to provide emergency care. Starting in 2026, it will reduce federal government reimbursements to hospitals for certain noncitizens’ emergency care, leaving states to cover a larger portion. The Democrats’ budget proposal restores reimbursements to previous levels.

    Importantly, the Democratic proposal would not require that hospitals be paid extra to treat immigrants illegally in the U.S. It calls for states to receive the same amount of federal funding to cover Emergency Medicaid that they had received before the Republican law, health care experts said.

    “I’m not aware of hospitals getting paid more for emergency care for undocumented immigrants,” Larry Levitt, executive vice president for health policy at KFF, a health think tank, said. By lowering how much the federal government covers, he added, Republicans are “just shifting costs to states.”

    Law enforcements stand outside the hospital emergency after a shooting near the adjoining campuses of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of Emory University in Atlanta on, Aug. 8, 2025. (AP )

    Republican law limits amount hospitals are reimbursed for emergency care for immigrants 

    Most Emergency Medicaid spending is for childbirth. In all, spending on Emergency Medicaid represented less than 1% of total Medicaid spending in fiscal year 2023, according to KFF.

    The Republican law’s changes to Emergency Medicaid reimbursements are focused on states that expanded Medicaid to cover a larger pool of people.

    Forty states and Washington, D.C., expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, making adults ages 19 to 64, without dependent children and with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level, eligible. The federal government covers 90% of Medicaid costs for people included under the expansion, and states cover the rest. 

    For patients covered under regular Medicaid, and in states without the expansion, the federal government generally covers 50% to 77% of Medicaid costs.

    The Republican law limits the amount the federal government reimburses hospitals for emergency care provided to patients who would be eligible for expanded Medicaid if not for their immigration status. Rather than cover 90% of costs, starting in 2026, the federal government will cover the rate it covers for non-Medicaid expansion care.

    “Reducing the match rate for this care does not change the reimbursement for hospitals but instead shifts more of the costs to states,” said Jennifer Tolbert, deputy director of KFF’s Program on Medicaid and the Uninsured.

    Our ruling

    Johnson wrote on X, “As a condition for ending the Democrat shutdown, Democrats want hospitals paid MORE to treat illegal aliens than American citizens.”

    Federal law requires that emergency care be provided to anyone who needs it, regardless of insurance or immigration status. The federal and state governments reimburse hospitals for emergency care provided to immigrants who meet all Medicaid requirements except for their immigration status.

    Republicans’ new spending law calls for the federal government to cover a smaller portion of hospital reimbursements for emergency care to noncitizens who would be eligible for expanded Medicaid if not for their immigration status. 

    The GOP law doesn’t change hospital reimbursements. It shifts costs to states. Democrats want to reverse that. 

    Health care experts said a reversal wouldn’t mean hospitals would be reimbursed more for emergency care provided to immigrants illegally in the U.S. The federal government would cover the same share of care provided to anyone requiring emergency care, regardless of immigration or citizenship status.

    We rate the statement False.

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  • Do Democrats want health care for ‘illegal aliens’?

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    As the U.S. headed for a government shutdown, Republicans repeatedly accused Democrats of forcing the closure because they want to give health care access to immigrants in the U.S. illegally.

    “Democrats are threatening to shut down the entire government because they want to give hundreds of billions of dollars of healthcare benefits to illegal aliens,” Vice President JD Vance said Sept. 28 on “Fox News Sunday.”

    President Donald Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican members of Congress have repeated this line.

    It’s wrong.

    Democrats have refused to vote for Republicans’ resolution to extend the federal spending deadline, and their position does, in part, hinge on health care spending. Democrats want to extend pandemic-era Affordable Care Act subsidies that are set to expire at the end of the year and roll back Medicaid cuts in the tax and spending bill that Trump signed into law this summer. 

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    The Democrats’ proposal wouldn’t give health care to immigrants illegally in the U.S. — they are already largely ineligible for federally funded health care. Instead, the proposal would restore access to certain health care programs for legal immigrants who will lose access under the Republican law.

    The White House did not respond to PolitiFact’s request for comment for this fact-check. Vance addressed criticism of his talking point in another interview by saying it was included in the Democrats’ spending proposal; it’s not.

    A White House X account followed up with screenshots of the Democratic proposal repealing a section of the Republican law labeled “alien Medicaid eligibility.” It’s important to know that these changes would not give Medicaid access to immigrants illegally in the U.S.

    Vance defended his statement again in an Oct. 1 White House press conference, saying former President Joe Biden “waived away illegal immigration status” that helped migrants access federal assistance. It’s important to note that many people granted lawful status through humanitarian parole or Temporary Protected Status programs don’t automatically qualify for Medicaid; TPS  recipients aren’t eligible, and many people who entered the U.S. on humanitarian parole are required to wait five years before accessing it.

    The Trump administration has ended humanitarian parole and Temporary Protected Status for many people, rendering them ineligible for Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

    We did not find evidence that Democrats want to spend “hundreds of billions” in costs for insuring migrants with unlawful presence. 

    Immigrants in the U.S. illegally are ineligible for federally funded health care

    The vast majority of federal health care dollars cannot be spent on health care for people in the U.S. illegally. They cannot enroll in Medicaid or Medicare, and they are ineligible to purchase health care coverage through the Affordable Care Act marketplace. A small Medicaid program reimburses hospitals for uninsured emergency care, which can include immigrants in the country illegally but is not exclusive to them.

    Some states including California and Illinois expanded Medicaid coverage for people regardless of their immigration status, and the states pay for that. Federal law already banned states from using federal money for these programs. An earlier version of the Republican spending law would have penalized such states by withholding funding, but that provision didn’t last.

    People in the country illegally might receive some federally funded health care in emergency cases; in those situations, hospitals must provide care even if a person is uninsured or in the country illegally. Emergency Medicaid covers hospital care for immigrants who would be eligible for Medicaid if not for their immigration status. The Republican tax and spending law reduced the amount hospitals can receive for emergency immigrant care.

    Most of the Emergency Medicaid spending is used on childbirth. In all, it represented less than 1% of total Medicaid spending in fiscal year 2023, according to KFF, a health think tank.

    Republican law limited health care access for immigrants with legal status

    The Republican tax and spending law made several changes to health care eligibility for immigrants in the country with legal permission. An estimated 1.4 million legal immigrants are expected to lose their health insurance, according to KFF’s analysis of Congressional Budget Office projections. 

    Starting October 2026, the law will restrict eligibility for Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program to lawfully permanent residents, people from the Marshall Islands, Micronesia or Palau who lawfully reside in the U.S. under an international agreement, and certain Cubans and Haitians.

    Previously, a broad group described as “qualified noncitizens” were eligible for Medicaid and CHIP, including refugees and people granted asylum.

    Some immigrants who are eligible for Medicaid and CHIP, such as lawful permanent residents, are required to wait five years before accessing the benefits. 

    The law also limited Affordable Care Act marketplace eligibility to the same group eligible for Medicaid and CHIP beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Previously, people who were described as “lawfully present” were eligible. That group included the “qualified noncitizens” eligible for Medicaid and people with short-term statuses, such as Temporary Protected Status or international students.

    Beneficiaries of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, for immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally as children were previously eligible for Affordable Care Act coverage and its subsidies. They are ineligible after an August Trump administration rule.

    Democrats’ proposal would restore legal immigrants’ access to federally funded health care

    The Democrats’ Sept. 17 budget proposal would, in part, permanently extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies and roll back billions in Republican cuts to Medicaid and other health programs. 

    The change would make Medicaid, CHIP and Affordable Care Act coverage available to all legal immigrants who were previously eligible for it, such as refugees and people granted asylum.

    The Democratic proposal would not broaden eligibility to federally funded health care programs to immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally.

    Vance said the Democratic policies would “give hundreds of billions of dollars of health care benefits to illegal aliens,” and the White House did not offer its source for that figure. When Johnson was pressed to support a similar talking point, he referenced the Congressional Budget Office. An August KFF analysis of CBO estimates found that the Republican law’s provisions related to legal immigrants would reduce federal spending by $131 billion; this projection did not include an estimate for people without legal status.

    Our ruling

    Vance said, “Democrats are threatening to shut down the entire government because they want to give hundreds of billions of dollars of health care benefits to illegal aliens.”

    Immigrants in the U.S. illegally are largely ineligible for federally funded health care programs Medicare and Medicaid, and they cannot seek coverage in the Affordable Care Act marketplace or apply for subsidies.

    The Democrats’ budget proposal would not change that.

    The Democrats want to restore access to certain health care programs to legal immigrants who will lose access under the Republican tax and spending law — among other measures aimed at making Medicaid and Affordable Care Act insurance plans easier to keep. 

    Their proposal would not grant federally supported health care benefits to people in the U.S. illegally, because they did not have access to them in the first place. The small amount of funding designated for Emergency Medicaid reimburses hospitals that provide emergency care to immigrants who would be eligible for Medicaid if not for their immigration status. Finally, we did not find evidence for Vance’s assertion that Democrats want “hundreds of billions” in health benefits for migrants in the country illegally. 

    We rate the statement False.

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  • 5 Reasons Why You Should Stan Pink Pantheress

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    Pink Pantheress is the pop princess who fell out of England. We’re in love with her, and here is your sign that you should be too! Pink Pantheress took the world (and TikTok) by storm with dance-pop hits ‘Just For Me’ and ‘Illegal,’ transforming from a bedroom SoundCloud artist into a well-deserved Billboard chart topper. That’s just the tip of the iceberg for our English pop princess. There is so much spontaneity jam-packed into this spunky 24-year-old star, it should be illegal not to stan her. Here are a few reasons why.

    Infectious Personality

    Something we just cannot get enough of is Pink’s infectious personality. She is unapologetically herself and full of witty British humor. There will never be a dull moment watching Pink. She connects to you across the screen with her bold and relatable personality, showing that she’s not afraid to laugh at herself. Her bubbly personality is completely irresistible, giving us plenty of funny and iconic moments to binge-watch in bed. What more can we ask for? 

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    Pink creates a unique pop-princess look by wearing bold patterns that tap into Y2K and British rock fashion. You’ll catch her rocking soft yet bold looks, often wearing plaid with contrasting pops of color, but you’ll never know what you’ll get with Pink. Pink keeps us on the edge of our seats by mixing things up and taking on a different style when she can, as she did with her ‘Tonight’ music video. Pink’s artistic vision for ‘Tonight’ traveled to the Tudor period as she wears a stunning corset dress with dramatic hair inspired by Madonna’s iconic 1990 MTV ‘Vogue’ performance. Let us raid your closet, Pink!

    Female Producer 

    Pink is a force to be reckoned with in the studio, and it’s for far more than her distinctly soft vocals. Our girl is producing her own tracks (how girl boss is that?). Pink is not a stranger to music production, recognized by Billboard’s Producer of the Year award in 2024. She exclusively produced Half of her 2021 mixtape To Hell With It in her bedroom, and co-produced her debut album, Heaven Knows. Not only does she have an ear for creating the right mix for her own songs, but Pink has also co-produced songs for other artists, including WILLOW and Mura Masa. When do her talents stop?

    Dedication To Her Craft

    Pink showcases her dedication to creating music with her humble beginnings of anonymously sharing her songs on SoundCloud in 2020. Pink began showing her face in the media in 2021 after there was unexpected, yet deserving, traction to her songs, letting it be known that she was not just in it for the stardom. With each music release, Pink carefully crafts a unique world for you to fall into and remains true to her original work despite her rise to fame. Her passion for being involved with each project shows that there is even more to see from her in the future. You wouldn’t want to miss it!

    Her Favs Are Our Favs 

    Pink takes inspiration from all of the greats, including My Chemical Romance, Paramore, and Imogen Heap. Boy, does she have taste! Pink was totally in her Brat era, channeling her inner Charli XCX as she produced ‘Stateside,’ from Fancy That. Creating yet another electronic dance-pop banger. If you love any of these other talented artists, you will definitely love Pink Pantheress. She perfectly blends the genres between them all into an original sound of her own. 

    You do not want to miss anything Pink Pantheress does next!

    See Pink Pantheress on tour and kickstart your stanning journey by listening to ‘Romeo.’ It will leave you wondering why you didn’t get into Pink sooner!

    What are your current favorite Pink Pantheress songs? Let us know by tweeting us at @thehoneypop or visiting us on Facebook and Instagram.

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  • Florida Law and Order Priorities Highlighted by Governor DeSantis, AG Moody, Sheriff Judd

    Florida Law and Order Priorities Highlighted by Governor DeSantis, AG Moody, Sheriff Judd

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    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted law and order priorities, including protecting from fentanyl and illegal drugs, and curbing illegal immigration, with Attorney General Ashley Moody, Sheriff Grady Judd, and others in law enforcement.

    Last year, Governor DeSantis signed legislation establishing the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (SAFE) grant program, which provides law enforcement with the funding needed to conduct large-scale drug operations across the state, including many in Central Florida.

    Florida has also enacted a suite of legislation to crack down on crime, curb illegal immigration, increase penalties for drug and human traffickers, and recruit law enforcement officers to the state.

    And when two state attorneys refused to carry out the duties of their positions and enforce the law, Governor DeSantis removed them from office.

    “Leadership matters,” said Republican Governor Ron DeSantis. “Law and order is maintained when leaders insist on enforcing the law. Florida has enacted legislation to combat crime, recruited police officers from all over the country, refused to allow cities to defund the police, and—when necessary—removed rogue state attorneys who refused to enforce the law.”

    “Florida is a law-and-order state, and through proactive leadership and diligent law enforcement efforts we continue to prosper, break tourism records and lead in new business formations,” said Attorney General Ashley Moody. “This is due in large part to the brave men and women in law enforcement, and we will always work to ensure they are supported by Florida leadership.”

    In 2023, the Governor approved $20 million in funding for Florida’s SAFE program administered by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. This state-funded grant has allowed local law enforcement agencies to effectively fight against drug trafficking and get hundreds of pounds of deadly drugs off our streets.

    “I commend Governor DeSantis and the Florida legislature for their support of law enforcement in Florida,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. “We are a law and order state, and proud of it. Because of this, our communities are thriving. Florida is a safe place to live, work, and play.”

    Examples of Florida being a law and order state from SAFE grant success stories include:

    • In January 2024, the Polk County Sheriffs Office utilized SAFE to arrest 11 suspects trafficking in fentanyl and cocaine, seizing 30 pounds of cocaine and nearly 8 pounds of fentanyl.
    • In March 2024, Santa Rosa County and Escambia County Sheriffs’ offices, working alongside the DEA, seized 3 grams of fentanyl, marijuana, prescription pills, and several handguns.
    • In April 2024, FDLE operations in conjunction with Sheriffs’ Offices in Seminole County and Palm Beach County resulted in arrests of nearly 40 drug traffickers.
    • In April 2024, officers in the Fort Myers region successfully seized nearly 4kg of cocaine, 90g of fentanyl, 69g of MDMA, 375g of marijuana, two AR-15 weapons, and more than $60,000 in currency.
    • In July 2024, FDLE Pensacola, Santa Rosa County and Okaloosa County Sheriff’s offices, Fort Walton Beach Police Department, FHP, and the DEA announced the arrest of 19 drug traffickers facing charges including trafficking in cocaine, methamphetamine, fentanyl, conspiracy to distribute, and racketeering.
    • In August 2024, a SAFE-funded investigation dismantled a drug trafficking operation in St. Petersburg which was responsible for manufacturing hundreds of doses of fentanyl daily throughout Polk County, specifically in Lakeland.
      • Officers confiscated 10.7 kilos of fentanyl, along with cocaine, oxycodone, marijuana, 3 illegal firearms, and over $500,000 in cash.

    “Florida is a national model in eradicating drugs from our communities and taking criminals off the street,” said Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Executive Director Dave Kerner. “In every corner of this great state, you will find State Troopers and local law enforcement working together to interdict drugs and arrest those who profit off of it. Instead of being demonized, Governor DeSantis celebrates the dangerous work our law enforcement officers do every day, and our men and women in law enforcement deeply appreciate that.”

    In total, SAFE funds have resulted in over 650 arrests and the seizure of more than 145 pounds of fentanyl, 220 pounds of cocaine, and 60,000 fentanyl pills – numbers officials say show Florida is a law and order state.

    “Thanks to Governor Ron DeSantis and his leadership, Florida’s law enforcement officers have arrested hundreds of dangerous drug traffickers and taken fentanyl and other deadly drugs off our streets,” said Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass. “Florida is a national role model and stands in stark contrast to crime-plagued blue states.”

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  • What To Call The Illegal Marijuana Market

    What To Call The Illegal Marijuana Market

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    A grey market or parallel market is the trade of a commodity through distribution channels not authorized by the original manufacturer or trade mark proprietor. Grey market products (grey goods) are products traded outside the authorized channel. The phrases and process helps make it appear more legal than the black market.

    In talking with industry notables, there is definitely a push from a minority to slow roll legalization and reframe the black market as a “perfectly ok” option to the average consumer.  Both New York and California have huge black or illegal markets.  New York’s botched rollout of licenses has made a legal market of about 85 dispensaries and over 2,000 unlicensed ones selling both legal and illicit products to the public.  California crushing taxes and non existent enforcement has allowed unauthorized grows to florish.  The rumor is these grows have quiet sold to legal producers to make products to help battle the costs.

    RELATED: How To Be Discreet When Using Weed

    Most traditional media, data analysts and legitimated investors and executives refer to it as the black market. Having a thriving black market hurts both the legalization process and legal businesses. Colorado and Maine are two examples of states who have done a great job to shrink the illicit market. While immediate short term there could be profits, in the long term, it chokes the growth and mainstreaming of cannabis for both recreational and medical use.

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  • Man pleads guilty in fatal 2023 Troy stabbing

    Man pleads guilty in fatal 2023 Troy stabbing

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    TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — 21-year-old Carlos Corrales-Ramirez pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the death of Jairo Jesus Hernandez Sanchez. Corrales-Ramirez killed Hernandez Sanchez on September 2, 2023.

    According to the Office of the Rensselaer County District Attorney, Corrales-Ramirez admitted to stabbing Hernandez Sanchez with the intent of killing him. Corrales-Ramirez was accused of stabbing Hernandez Sanchez over 10 times in the torso and then fleeing the area.

    Corrales-Ramirez originally pleaded not guilty in September of last year. He is scheduled to be sentenced on June 12. He faces 25 years to life in prison.

    “I would like to thank the Troy Police Department for building the strongest case possible to present to the District Attorney’s Office. Their dedication, hard work, and collaboration with the District Attorney’s Office resulted in the defendant pleading guilty to Murder in the Second Degree. Hopefully, the plea in this case will provide some closure for the victim’s family and friends as well as the community,” said Rensselaer County District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly.

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  • $500,000 marijuana grow with mold infestation busted in Calaveras County

    $500,000 marijuana grow with mold infestation busted in Calaveras County

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    (FOX40.COM) — A Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office search warrant led to the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation and mold infestation in a residential home.

    On Friday, the sheriff’s office executed a search in the 200 block of Bright Star Road in Valley Springs that resulted in the eradication of 535 marijuana plants from a residential property.

    Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on April 26, 2024, that led to the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation with a mold infestation./Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office

    During the search, officers said an extensive marijuana grow operation spanned from the house to the garage of the property. The eradicated plants have an estimated street value of up to $535,000, according to CCSO.

    In addition, authorities reported “excessive amounts of mold throughout the premises, posing significant health risks to occupants.” They also noted “severe electrical hazards and exposed high-voltage wiring” at the scene.

    Deputies said the marijuana operation is still under investigation.

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  • Vermonter accused of sexually assaulting minor

    Vermonter accused of sexually assaulting minor

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    WEST RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) — A Castleton, Vermont, man was arrested on Thursday and is accused of sexually assaulting a minor under 13. Sean Seguin, 37, turned himself in and faces multiple charges.

    According to Vermont State Police, an investigation with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) looked into a report of possible child sexual abuse first reported on February 12. The suspect, Seguin, turned himself in on Thursday.

    Charges:

    • Aggravated sexual assault
    • Lewd/lascivious conduct with a child

    Seguin was processed by Vermont State Police at the Rutland Barracks and was brought to Rutland Criminal Court for arraignment. he is held without bail at the Marble Valley Correctional Facility.

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  • Why Gambling Is Illegal in Texas and What’s Permitted – 2024’s Ultimate Guide – Southwest Journal

    Why Gambling Is Illegal in Texas and What’s Permitted – 2024’s Ultimate Guide – Southwest Journal

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    Each state in the US has its unique stance on gambling, weaving a complex tapestry of regulations that can often seem as intricate and varied as the nation’s landscapes. Texas, with its rich history and cultural identity, holds a particularly stringent position on the matter. 

    Let’s take a look at the reasons behind Texas’s strict gambling laws, explore what forms of gambling are permitted within the state, and examine the social, economic, and legislative factors that shape this framework.

    Key Takeaways

    • Texas enforces strict gambling prohibitions, permitting only specific activities like the state lottery, charitable gaming, pari-mutuel betting on races, and social gambling.
    • The state lottery supports public education, while regulated charitable gaming aids non-profit fundraising.
    • Legal changes and expansions in gambling face significant opposition, reflecting Texas’s conservative stance on gambling.

    A Blast From The Past

    The Roots of Texas's Gambling Laws

    The roots of Texas’s gambling laws are deeply embedded in the state’s history, tracing back to the early days of the Republic of Texas. Find out more at techopedia.com. During the 19th century, gambling was a prevalent pastime among the cowboys, oil prospectors, and settlers who played significant roles in shaping the state’s identity. 

    The early 20th century brought about a wave of reform movements across the United States, aimed at moral and social improvements, which included the prohibition of gambling activities. Texas, influenced by its strong conservative values, was at the forefront of these movements, enacting laws that strictly limited gambling activities.

    Legal Framework

    The legal framework surrounding gambling in Texas is primarily defined by the Texas Penal Code, which categorizes most forms of gambling as illegal. 

    Section of Texas Penal Code Summary
    General Prohibition Outlines the overall prohibition against gambling, declaring most forms of gambling to be illegal within the state.
    Definition of Gambling Provides a legal definition of gambling, including any bet based on the partial or final outcome of a game or contest or the performance of a participant in an event.
    Promotion of Gambling Addresses the illegal act of promoting any form of gambling activity, including operating or profiting from gambling places or activities.
    Possession of Gambling Devices Details the illegality of owning, transferring, or possessing any gambling device, equipment, or paraphernalia not sanctioned by the state.
    Engaging in Organized Crime Categorizes activities related to operating or participating in earnings from gambling as part of engaging in organized criminal activity, with severe penalties.

    The state constitution and specific statutes outline the parameters of what constitutes illegal gambling, focusing on activities that involve betting or wagering on the outcome of a game or contest of chance. 

    The law specifically targets the operation of gambling establishments and the promotion of gambling activities, making it challenging to legally engage in most forms of gambling within the state.

    Social & Cultural Influences

    Social & Cultural Influences on Gambling in TexasSocial & Cultural Influences on Gambling in Texas

    At the heart of Texas society lies an unwavering commitment to traditional family structures. These familial bonds are considered sacrosanct, the cornerstone upon which communities are built and nurtured. 

    In this context, gambling is often viewed through a lens of caution, seen as a whirlwind that could unsettle these foundations, leading to the erosion of the very core of Texan life—its families.

    Religion also plays a pivotal role in guiding the moral and ethical decisions of its people. The diverse religious landscape of Texas, dominated by strong Christian principles, often casts gambling as a vice that conflicts with the teachings of moderation, stewardship, and the welfare of one’s neighbor.

    This moral compass directs much of the public sentiment against gambling, framing it as an activity that could lead one astray from the path of righteousness.

    The opposition to gambling in Texas transcends legal arguments or economic debates; it is an intrinsic part of the state’s cultural and moral ethos. This ethos, cultivated over generations, views gambling as an element capable of causing social decay. 

    The imagery is stark—gambling as a creeping vine that, if left unchecked, could ensnarl the very pillars of society, leading to the breakdown of families, financial despair, and a surge in criminal activity.

    Economic Considerations

    Economic ConsiderationsEconomic Considerations

    While proponents of legalized gambling argue that it could bring significant revenue to the state through taxes and tourism, opponents counter that the social costs, including increased social services and law enforcement expenses, could outweigh these benefits. 

    The debate extends to concerns over the potential for gambling to harm local businesses by diverting consumer spending away from traditional economic sectors.

    What’s Permitted

    Despite the stringent restrictions, Texas does permit certain forms of gambling under specific conditions. These include:

    Permitted Gambling Activities in Texas Description
    State Lottery Established in 1991, offers a variety of games including scratch-off tickets and multi-state jackpots. Proceeds are primarily for funding public education.
    Charitable Bingo and Raffles Non-profit organizations can conduct these as fundraisers, provided they obtain the necessary licenses and adhere to regulations.
    Horse and Greyhound Racing Pari-mutuel wagering is allowed at licensed racetracks. The industry faces challenges including competition from illegal and out-of-state operations.
    Social Gambling Private games of poker or other forms are allowed, as long as they occur in a private place, no person receives economic benefit other than personal winnings, and the risks are the same for all participants.

    Future Prospects

    The future of gambling in Texas remains a contentious issue, with ongoing debates among lawmakers, business leaders, and community groups. Efforts to expand gambling laws, including proposals to legalize casinos and sports betting, have faced significant opposition. 

    Changing demographics and economic pressures, coupled with the potential for substantial revenue generation, continue to fuel discussions on this topic. 

    Any changes to the current legal landscape are likely to require not only legislative action but also a shift in the social and cultural attitudes that have long defined Texas’s stance on gambling.

    FAQs

    Why Gambling Is Illegal in Texas Why Gambling Is Illegal in Texas

    Can Texas Residents Legally Gamble Online?

    No, online gambling is not explicitly legal in Texas. The state’s gambling laws do not directly address online gambling, leading to a grey area. 

    However, the general prohibition against gambling in the state applies, making it illegal to operate an online gambling site within Texas. Residents may access offshore gambling websites at their own risk, but these are not regulated by Texas law.

    Are There Any Legal Casinos on Native American Reservations in Texas?

    Yes, there are a few legal casinos operating on Native American lands in Texas, due to the federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act allowing tribes to operate gaming facilities on their sovereign lands. 

    These facilities are subject to restrictions and must negotiate agreements with the state. The Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass is one such example, offering slot machines and poker games.

    What Are the Penalties for Illegal Gambling in Texas?

    Penalties for illegal gambling in Texas can vary widely depending on the nature of the offense. Engaging in illegal gambling as a player can be classified as a Class C misdemeanor, which may result in a fine. 

    Operating a gambling enterprise or earning substantial revenue from such activities can result in more severe charges, including felony charges that carry potential jail time and larger fines.

    Can Texans Legally Participate in Fantasy Sports Leagues?

    Can Texans Legally Participate in Fantasy Sports Leagues?Can Texans Legally Participate in Fantasy Sports Leagues?

    The legality of daily fantasy sports in Texas has been a topic of debate. As of my last update, the Texas Attorney General issued an opinion suggesting that certain forms of daily fantasy sports contests could be considered illegal gambling. 

    Major fantasy sports sites continue to operate in Texas, arguing that their contests are games of skill, not chance, and therefore not subject to gambling laws. 

    Legislative attempts to clarify the legal status of fantasy sports have been made, but clear statewide regulations have yet to be enacted.

    Are Charity Gambling Events Like Casino Nights Legal in Texas?

    Charity gambling events, including casino nights, are legally complex in Texas. Non-profit organizations can host bingo and raffles if they obtain the necessary state licenses.

    Casino nights that involve real money betting on games like blackjack, roulette, or slots often fall into a legal grey area. Such events might be permitted if they do not pay out real money prizes or if betting is done with “funny money” or tokens that have no cash value.

    Has There Been Any Significant Push Towards Legalizing More Forms of Gambling in Texas?

    There have been several legislative attempts to expand gambling in Texas, including proposals to legalize casinos, sports betting, and online gambling. These efforts have gained some support from business and tourism groups who argue that expanded gambling could bring significant economic benefits to the state. 

    They have consistently faced strong opposition from conservative lawmakers and groups concerned about the social impacts of gambling. As of the last update, no significant expansion of gambling laws has been successfully enacted, but the topic remains a recurring issue in legislative sessions.

    Final Words

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    The reasons behind the illegality of most forms of gambling in Texas are multifaceted, rooted in the state’s historical, social, and economic fabric. While certain forms of gambling are permitted, the overall landscape remains restrictive. 

    As Texas continues to evolve, so too will the debate over gambling, reflecting broader shifts in societal values and economic priorities. 

    Whether these changes will lead to a more liberal approach to gambling laws remains to be seen, but for now, Texas maintains its conservative stance, upholding a long tradition of restricting gambling activities within its borders.



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  • Latinos Fed Up With Broken Borders, Moving To GOP: 'I Want Trump Back'

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    America’s broken borders are a problem for all Americans, not just the poor souls who live along the border with Mexico.

    But especially, and understandably, for Latino Americans.

    ‘I Want Trump Back’

    As a trip to El Paso, Texas revealed to reliably left-leaning Politico Magazine:

    The growing appeal of a pro-Trump, hardline immigration mentality was even evident here, in a city where more than 80 percent of the population is Hispanic or Latino, and in a county where Biden pummeled Trump by more than 35 percentage points three years ago…

    “Get the key and lock the gates,” said Rick Delgado, a Navy veteran who told me he leans Democratic and who keeps a U.S. Customs and Border Protection number in his phone.

    He said he thinks Biden is “doing whatever he can.” But it was the state — not the Biden administration — that had strung razor wire on the Texas side of the Rio Grande and passed legislation that would authorize police to arrest migrants .

    Compared to Biden, Delgado said, Texas’ hardline Republican governor, Greg Abbott, “is doing a better job.”

    …

    “It’s getting really bad with a lot of the people coming in,” said Simental, who was born in the Mexican state of Chihuahua and immigrated with her family when she was 12. She didn’t vote for Trump in 2016, she said. But lately, she’s thinking differently about it.

    “Now,” she told me, “I want Trump back.”

    These stories seem to sound quite a bit different than the usual narrative heard from the talking heads on the TV networks or in the angry ramblings of liberals online. There are some obvious reasons for that.

    RELATED: Kellyanne Conway Says For Democrats It’s Always January 6: They Get In Electric Vehicle And ‘Go Get An Abortion’

    Latinos Also Want to Fix Broken Border

    The typical assumption by many Democrats is that Latino voters would reject Trump because of his stance on enforcing the southern border.

    But as it turns out, they want the border enforced too. They feel similar effects as everyone else – hits to wages, fewer available jobs, drugs in their neighborhoods, and more.

    Politico went to El Paso likely looking for a narrative that was decidedly anti-Trump.

    What they found seems to be an entirely different picture.

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  • Illinois received over $36 million in legal marijuana taxes from Wisconsin residents last year – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

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  • Why data sharing and technology are key to tackling illicit finance – Banking blog

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    Financial crime’s rapidly rising scale and destructive impact amplify the need for a genuinely robust data-driven solution. With global estimates suggesting $2 trillion is laundered annually and fraud now at epidemic levels, illicit finance has become one of the world’s most prevalent businesses.

    This is not a victimless, white-collar crime. It exposes the most vulnerable in society to exploitation by criminal groups through the most heinous crimes, including human trafficking, drug trafficking, modern slavery, illegal wildlife trade and terrorist financing. As such, illicit finance is damaging the security and prosperity of all nations by effectively depriving individuals, communities, taxpayers and governments of vast swathes of vital capital.

    Legislators, public authorities, regulators and the financial-services industry globally are investing enormous sums to combat the threat, but outcomes remain poor, with less than 1 percent of illicit funds recovered. This means that current efforts across the global ecosystem are not a sufficient deterrent.

    Breaking down siloes

    A key deficiency in financial-crime-fighting efforts is the continued prevalence of siloed data, driven not only by technical issues but also by legislative and regulatory factors. Financial institutions, governments and regulators frequently tend to guard their data, even in relation to financial crime. Still, this approach is ineffective and illustrates the urgent need for both private and public stakeholders to act far more collaboratively.

    Significant potential value rests on combining financial-crime data held in the component parts of the ecosystem, especially across the banking sector and in law enforcement. Unlocking that potential relies on building more complete and durable partnerships and resolving significant legislative and regulatory issues that are culturally ingrained.

    Overcoming these hurdles will allow different parts of the system to unlock the value of readily available external data, while data integration and sharing can create complete pictures of criminal activity by helping to uncover patterns and new findings.

    Even though roughly $214 billion1 is spent annually on anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance by financial institutions, the return on investment (ROI) is negligible. This is because the interpretations or effects of existing regulations and supervisory frameworks lock efforts into high-volume, low-value activities (such as SARs [Suspicious Activity Reports] reporting at low-suspicion thresholds and on an all-crimes basis), which are not garnering useful data or intelligence. And even when intelligence or insights are generated, they are not routinely shared or acted upon.

    Persisting on such a strategy is ineffective and undesirable. Instead, both public and private institutions need to place greater emphasis on bolstering the efforts of law enforcement to create united intelligence efforts enriched by two-way exchanges of information so that public authorities and financial institutions can see fuller and truer pictures of serious criminal threats operating in the financial system.

    Failing to do this will perpetuate the rule-following asymmetry that exists between criminals and their prospective captors: Those who commit financial crimes are not bound by any information-sharing rules and arguably exploit the fact that the people trying to uncover them are restrained by such restrictions.

    This uneven playing field undermines law enforcement’s ability to build a picture quickly and comprehensively while simultaneously undermining financial institutions’ ability to fully understand their global financial-crime risk exposures. The irony is that it’s often the case that all the pieces of the intelligence jigsaw puzzle exist, and the “bad actors” and criminal organisations involved are already known and on watchlists. Still, the dots simply cannot be connected.

    Improved information sharing between domestic and international partners would overcome this issue and provide financial institutions, law enforcement and intelligence agencies with invaluable insights that would significantly enhance efforts to stop the likes of private criminal enterprises and rogue states from inflicting further damage globally.

    A more cohesive defence strategy may be able to more quickly and decisively identify where increased illicit activities are occurring or where new pockets are manifesting themselves, as is the case with the real-estate sector at present, and therefore proactively combat them.

    Cross-ecosystem collaboration is key

    Being reactive will leave the financial-services ecosystem exposed and vulnerable to significant criminal harm and adverse regulatory scrutiny. A sophisticated, joined-up framework between public and private organisations is, therefore, critical to tackling the constant threat of illicit finance and enabling an effective response when global events create the potential for spikes in illicit activity, as we have seen with fraud during the pandemic.

    Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are actively encouraged by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and are increasingly accepted as high-value, voluntary activities that can drive engagement between policymakers, financial-services participants and other sectors.

    Utility models are also widely recognised as beneficial to all stakeholders in the ecosystem, either to allow duplicative processes to be undertaken once on behalf of many—such as Know Your Client/Customer (KYC) protocols—or to bring together datasets for collective analysis to enhance risk-management functions. In addition, setting national risk priorities can support the public and private sectors in working collaboratively on agreed outcomes.

    This is where technology, automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can make a difference. Being intelligence-led helps drive efficiency and effectiveness across the financial-crime-detection framework by enhancing and enabling a truly risk-based approach. And by embracing data and analytics alongside innovative technologies such as digital ID (digital identity verification), stakeholders can germinate a crucial enabler of a more robust financial-crime framework that can drive transformation.

    Some common examples of digital ID include electronic databases—such as distributed ledgers to obtain, confirm and store identity evidence—and digital credentials—that help authenticate identity for accessing mobile, online and offline applications. Beyond this, biometrics can identify or authenticate individuals2.

    Nonetheless, despite the FATF’s estimate that 60 percent of global gross domestic product (GDP) will be digitised by the end of 2022, there remains no comprehensive, internationally agreed-upon set of standards for developing digital IDs3. This is inhibitive for tackling illicit finance, given that leveraging the power of data can provide numerous benefits, even beyond efficient and effective detection.

    Data collection and analysis can help institutions manage the ever-increasing costs of compliance by allowing multiple versions of similar systems, such as case management and analytics tools, to be rationalised and specific repetitive, high-volume tasks to be automated. It can also allow a financial institution to build a more comprehensive understanding of risk so that exposures to regulatory sanctions can be reduced at both the corporate and senior-manager levels.

    A holistic customer view is critical to enabling financial institutions to protect their own systems and their customers’ assets from criminal exploitation and ultimately deliver better societal outcomes.

    While progress relies on all stakeholders, the financial-services industry can take vital steps to demonstrate its commitment to a new way of addressing illicit finance.

    Financial institutions must ensure that they do not have any communication barriers internally between anti-money-laundering (AML), cybersecurity and fraud teams, and they must expedite efforts to share data with peers to ensure better levels of financial-crime prevention and detection.

    The firms that will prosper are those that acknowledge that the responsibility for driving this forward cannot simply be left with the relevant teams but that success will require board-level sponsorship of such an agenda, with a nominated board member tasked with setting goals and targets for the organisation’s fight against financial crime.

    Signs of progress

    While significant progress remains to be made, there are some encouraging signs globally of improved detection and prevention frameworks.

    In Australia, the AUSTRAC’s (Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre’s) Fintel Alliance is bringing together an increasing number of banks, remittance-service providers and gambling operators, as well as law enforcement and security agencies, to share intelligence and develop solutions. Investments have been allocated to enhancing reporting systems for financial institutions to streamline compliance and drive more timely and effective financial intelligence. A parliamentary committee is examining the adequacy and efficacy of the national AML/CFT (anti-money laundering/combating the financing of terrorism) regime and is due to report on it in the coming months.

    In Europe, through the Transaction Monitoring Netherlands (TMNL) initiative, five major banks are piloting collective transaction monitoring of combined pseudonymised transaction data to identify unusual patterns of cross-bank activity relating to money laundering. The immediate goal is to enhance the effectiveness of the participating banks’ efforts against financial crime, with a potential endpoint being the development of an industry-wide utility that will perform transaction-monitoring activities on behalf of the financial institutions involved.

    While the TMNL is a private-sector-led initiative, the banks have sought active cooperation with stakeholders in the public sector to build the TMNL platform, such as securing detailed typological input from the Dutch Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).

    These approaches provide substantive blueprints for the wider global financial ecosystem to follow, and mimicking them simply requires the will of all stakeholders to pull together for the common good.

    Moving forward

    Research and experience show the benefits of connecting data from multiple sources. Not only does such an approach broaden the amount of data available, but it provides an opportunity for greater and more diverse scrutiny of the data, potentially leading to discoveries that may have been almost impossible to identify otherwise.

    But for a truly effective and efficient detection-and-prevention system, stakeholders must embed technology, such as AI and ML, into their financial-crime-fighting frameworks to ensure robust data scrutiny and pattern recognition. For such a system to emerge, financial institutions, regulators, governments and law-enforcement agencies must improve the levels of collaboration internally and between each other.

    There is growing acknowledgment of this in key financial centres. For example, significant steps have been taken in the United Kingdom, most recently through the new Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill, to implement reforms aimed at preventing the abuse of limited partnerships, providing additional powers to seize and recover suspected criminal crypto-assets, and enabling new intelligence-gathering powers for law enforcement and greater confidence for businesses around information sharing.

    Similarly, in the United States, through the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (US AMLA), the FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) has established national AML/CFT priorities for financial institutions to incorporate into their AML/CFT programmes and for regulators and examiners to include in their rules, guidance and examinations. This establishment of national priorities represents a significant step forward in shifting the primary focus of US regulators and financial institutions from maintaining technical compliance through their AML/CFT programmes to a more risk-based, innovative and outcomes-oriented approach and has the potential to provide a “blueprint” for other jurisdictions to follow once fully implemented.

    These changes demonstrate the building momentum for change, growing understanding of the need to embrace cross-ecosystem collaboration and strengthening combined power of data and intelligence underpinned by innovative technology. But for a watertight global defence, this approach needs to be ubiquitous.

    Success here will improve global financial well-being, elevate financial institutions’ reputations and support environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals by ensuring that the world’s capital is used for positive and inclusive innovations rather than crime and exploitation.

    References

    1 LexisNexis Risk Solutions: “Global True Cost of Compliance 2020” report.

    2 Financial Action Task Force (FATF): “FATF Guidance on Digital Identity in Brief,” March 2020.

    3 Ibid

    This blog was first published on International Banker

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    Anna is the Global Banking & Capital Markets Practice Leader for Deloitte, with the responsibility for setting and executing the global banking strategy. In this role, she leads strategic client portfolio, go-to-market strategy, and the coordination of Deloitte’s global network to help banking clients address their strategic priorities and respond to regulatory, technology, and growth challenges.

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  • Oklahoma attorney facing charges after allegedly helping set up illegal marijuana business

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    Another Oklahoma attorney is facing charges after allegedly helping set up an illegal marijuana business.The state said this is only the tip of the iceberg in their investigation. The document details the illegal activity, claiming attorney Matthew Stacy registered for more than 300 limited liability companies to get medical marijuana and manufacturing licenses.”We’re just scratching the surface,” said Mark Woodward with the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics.A multicounty grand jury indicted Stacy, a local attorney, for allegedly obtaining licenses for marijuana farms illegally.”These lawyers, these consultants, will recruit people to come to Oklahoma, and they will tell these people I will get you a 75% owner,” Woodward said.Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics said Oklahoma residents were recruited to become ghost owners, signing paperwork to own the farms but having no day-to-day operations. Instead, out-of-state clients will operate the farms, something OBN said contributes to the black market.”Meanwhile, the criminal organization is bringing their 25% work crew in. They’re the ones moving the plants, moving the money and the workers and the 75% owner in many cases knows nothing about the farm,” Woodward said.The affidavit said, “on many occasions,” Stacy told officials the grows weren’t operating, but officials found “thousands of marijuana plants actively growing with sometimes dozens to hundreds of pounds of fully processed and/or packaged marijuana located on the premises.””To know that these criminal organizations shouldn’t have even been here had it not been for a law firm that had stepped up and submitted fraudulent paperwork so they could obtain a license for these criminal groups to move here and cause all this destruction and now we’re having to clean it up,” Woodward said.

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    Another Oklahoma attorney is facing charges after allegedly helping set up an illegal marijuana business.

    The state said this is only the tip of the iceberg in their investigation. The document details the illegal activity, claiming attorney Matthew Stacy registered for more than 300 limited liability companies to get medical marijuana and manufacturing licenses.

    “We’re just scratching the surface,” said Mark Woodward with the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics.

    A multicounty grand jury indicted Stacy, a local attorney, for allegedly obtaining licenses for marijuana farms illegally.

    “These lawyers, these consultants, will recruit people to come to Oklahoma, and they will tell these people I will get you a 75% owner,” Woodward said.

    Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics said Oklahoma residents were recruited to become ghost owners, signing paperwork to own the farms but having no day-to-day operations. Instead, out-of-state clients will operate the farms, something OBN said contributes to the black market.

    “Meanwhile, the criminal organization is bringing their 25% work crew in. They’re the ones moving the plants, moving the money and the workers and the 75% owner in many cases knows nothing about the farm,” Woodward said.

    The affidavit said, “on many occasions,” Stacy told officials the grows weren’t operating, but officials found “thousands of marijuana plants actively growing with sometimes dozens to hundreds of pounds of fully processed and/or packaged marijuana located on the premises.”

    “To know that these criminal organizations shouldn’t have even been here had it not been for a law firm that had stepped up and submitted fraudulent paperwork so they could obtain a license for these criminal groups to move here and cause all this destruction and now we’re having to clean it up,” Woodward said.

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  • Day Translations Inc. the Language Services Provider Offers Priority Assistance for Separated Families

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    Day Translations Has Reached Out to The ACLU, KIND, the Young Center For Immigrant Children’s Rights, and RAICES


    NEW YORK, June 29, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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    Day Translations, a New York-based Language Services Provider with more than a decade of experience helping immigrants and asylum seekers enter the U.S. legally, has reached out to human rights organizations concerned with providing legal assistance to children and immigrants, to offer priority services.

    In these difficult times, Day Translations aims to help separated families join and transit their path to legality with the comprehensive assistance they need.

    The organizations in question are The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Kids in need of Defense (KIND), The Young Center For Immigrant Children’s Rights, and RAICES: Refugee and Immigrant Center for Educational and Legal Services.

    This decision is part of Day Translation’s social program, under which the company has recently collaborated with The Amanaah Foundation and the Pies Descalzos Foundation, among many other local and international organizations.

    Learn more about Day Translations’ charitable work, values, and social compromise

    Learn more about Day Translations’ immigration services

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