- Casino
- By State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Georgia
- Florida
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- By State
- Slots
- Poker
- Sports
- Esports
Fact-checked by Angel Hristov
Trump’s Return to White House Expected to Boost Online Gaming Industry
Richard Schwartz, the CEO of Rush Street Interactive, believes that Trump will refrain from imposing federal restrictions on the gaming industry

People expect the Trump administration to take a relaxed approach to gaming rules, which industry big-shots think could help the sector.
Richard Schwartz Optimistic About Online Gaming Expansion Under Trump
Richard Schwartz, the CEO of Rush Street Interactive, sounded upbeat about online gaming’s chances under Donald Trump’s watch during a virtual meeting about consumer tech and online shopping on November 25.
Schwartz thinks Trump will not put federal limits on the gaming industry, but instead will let states decide on making it legal and setting rules, as reported by Covers. He stressed that the government staying out of it could open doors to further grow online casinos, which still make the most money in the market.
People in the gaming industry support the current setup where each state can decide its own gambling rules. This system where states make their own choices, would stay the same if Trump were in charge, according to Schwartz. The Trump administration is expected to avoid federal plans like the bill Democrats proposed to tighten rules on sportsbook ads and licenses. Since Republicans run Congress now, this bill does not have much chance of progressing.
Online casinos show great promise for growth. Seven states allow them now, and they brought in $2 billion for operators in Q3 2023. At the same time, sports betting made $3.2 billion across 38 states in the same time frame. Schwartz highlighted that online casinos create more tax money than sportsbooks. This gives states a good reason to think about making them legal. He also talked about the increase in uncontrolled social and sweepstakes casinos. Their spread might push lawmakers to focus on legalizing real-money online casinos.
Adelson’s Passing Opens Doors for Online Gambling in Trump’s Second Term
This positive view stands in sharp contrast to Trump’s first term. During that time, his Justice Department gave a new meaning to the Wire Act of 1961. They said it applied to more than just sports betting. This put online gaming at risk. However, a court ruling in 2021 brought back the old interpretation. This narrowed the scope of the Wire Act and helped the industry find its footing again.
Experts think Sheldon Adelson’s fierce opposition to online gambling will no longer affect federal policy. After Adelson died in 2021, Las Vegas Sands — now led by his wife, Miriam Adelson — has turned its attention to other projects, like a planned casino resort in Texas. Though Miriam Adelson remains powerful, insiders say her focus on state-level projects reduces her impact on federal gambling policy.
Sam Nunberg, who used to advise Trump, said that the wide acceptance of online sports betting and casino gambling makes a federal ban unlikely. As states rely more on gambling income, the industry looks set to grow with Trump’s second term.
Related Topics:
Silvia has dabbled in all sorts of writing – from content writing for social media to movie scripts. She has a Bachelor's in Screenwriting and experience in marketing and producing documentary films. With her background as a customer support agent within the gambling industry, she brings valuable insight to the Gambling News writers’ team.
Next Article
Industry
November 27, 2024
US Legislators Propose iGaming Framework Without Sweepstakes
Must Read
Industry
September 12, 2025
Animo Launches Next-Gen Live Gaming with Animated Hosts on Stake
Industry
September 12, 2025
California Continues to Advance AB 831, SGLA Expresses Frustration
More Articles
Industry
September 18, 2025
Canadians Less Likely than Americans to Bet on Sports, Study Shows
Casino
September 18, 2025
Wynn UAE Casino to Feature Crypto Payments & More
Poker
September 18, 2025
Kalshi Secures Daniel Negreanu as Its New Brand Ambassador
Casino
September 18, 2025
Poker Palace in North Las Vegas to Open Its Doors Again in 2026
Casino
September 18, 2025
Times Square Casino Plan Falls Through Due to Broadway Opposition
Casino
September 18, 2025
Tourist in Las Vegas Shot by a Security Guard Armed Without Authorization
Casino
September 18, 2025
Ex-Gregg Township Official Jailed for $533K Gambling Embezzlement
Sports
September 17, 2025
Missouri Is Bracing for Sports Gambling – And Addiction
Casino
September 17, 2025
Melco Plans Private Hospital at Macau’s Studio City
Casino
September 17, 2025
New Jersey Takes Steps Toward Tougher Responsible Gambling Rules
Casino
September 17, 2025
Las Vegas Starts Big Sales Push to Fight Tourism Slump
Lottery
September 17, 2025
$600K Monopoly Winner in NC Gets “Best Birthday Present Ever”
Casino
September 17, 2025
SGLA and SPGA Merge to Create “Clear and Consistent Voice”