Morning Wire Evening Wire: Gambling Scandal Rocks NBA & Mamdani Melts Onstage | 10.23.25
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Oct 23, 2025 A major gambling scandal has shaken the NBA as the FBI arrests notable figures linked to an organized gambling ring. Meanwhile, the Trump administration takes decisive action against drug smuggling in the Pacific. In a fiery mayoral debate, Andrew Cuomo challenges Zoran Mamdani's credentials. Other highlights include an alarming fatal crash involving a released immigrant, and controversy arises over a Senate candidate's tattoo. The Minnesota court's decision regarding a trans-identifying athlete adds fuel to ongoing debates.
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Massive NBA Gambling Sting Exposed
- The FBI executed a multi-state sting that arrested over 30 people tied to an illegal gambling and sports-rigging ring.
- Charges include wire fraud, money laundering, extortion, robbery, and tens of millions in alleged losses.
High-Profile NBA Figures Arrested
- Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando after missing a game and taken into custody in the FBI sweep.
- Chauncey Billups, the Portland head coach, was also arrested and charged in connection with an illegal poker operation.
U.S. Conducts Kinetic Strike On Drug Boat
- The Trump administration conducted another lethal strike on a drug-smuggling vessel in international waters, killing two alleged smugglers.
- Officials say the vessel was on a known narco-trafficking route and carrying narcotics.