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Top NC Republican: Budget or bust for gambling expansion

  • Budget deal in NC would allow new commercial casinos and legalize video lottery terminals. Details not yet public.

  • Plan would need House Republican support to pass next week with budget vote. Support not guaranteed.

  • Budget includes long-awaited Medicaid expansion, giving GOP leverage over Democrats.

  • Conservative groups urging NC lawmakers to reject gambling expansion.

  • Senate leader says budget with gambling is only path forward this year. Governor wants gambling separated.

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