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Johnny Kampis

Johnny Kampis is investigative reporter for the Taxpayers Protection Alliance Foundation. Kampis formerly served a similar role at Watchdog.org. Over the course of his nearly 20 years in journalism, he has been published in such outlets as the New York Times, Time, Fox News and Daily Caller. He is the author of the upcoming book "Vegas or Bust: A Family Man Takes on the Poker Pros" (ECW Press, 2018), detailing his adventures at the World Series of Poker.
by | Jun 29, 2018

With the announcement that the 2026 World Cup will take place across North America, city governments across the United States are licking their chops at the prospect of taxpayer dollars pouring in for infrastructure improvements. The Houston Chronicle gleefully proclaimed…

by | Jun 28, 2018

Whether you’re in Las Vegas this summer or any other location with multiple poker rooms — think the Los Angeles area, Biloxi, Atlantic City, etc. — Bravo Poker Live is one of those apps you definitely don’t want to leave…

by | Jun 26, 2018

If you don’t own Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, they probably haven’t been in your consciousness lately. Media reports ran wild during the incredible bull run of the virtual money in 2017, as Bitcoin peaked above $19,000 per coin. Now that…

by | Jun 25, 2018

States that are entering the sport betting market are establishing fair tax rates on the wagers, but critics would have them set rates that would kill the golden goose before it could lay any eggs. New Jersey, the leader in…

by | Jun 21, 2018

It’s now been more than a week since the repeal of Title II regulations by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the internet sky is yet to fall. Taxpayers Protection Alliance pointed out that internet service providers (ISPs) could have…

by | Jun 19, 2018

Having failed to get much traction on a federal prohibition of online gaming, casino magnate Sheldon Adelson and his coalition have pointed to targeted online ads promoting online gambling as proof that Congress should take action. But the measure is…

by | Jun 18, 2018

Uh oh, they’re back at it again. Even after controversy arose earlier this year over a leaked proposal to create a government-backed 5G network, President Trump’s campaign chief reiterated the issue in a recent tweet. “It is time for America…

by | Jun 13, 2018

As the rhetoric ratchets up after President Trump said he’ll likely support efforts in Congress to end the federal ban on marijuana, the passage of such a law could have unintended side benefits — helping to curb civil asset forfeiture….

by | Jun 12, 2018

Sure, we all know to watch the lovely sways of the Bellagio fountains or see the “eruption” of the Mirage volcano before capping the night at the Fremont Street Experience downtown. But in addition to these well-known tourist spots in…

by | Jun 11, 2018

Got an extra $5,089 in between your couch cushions? You may need it if proposed tariffs on imported vehicles are imposed by the Trump administration — that’s the estimated increase in the cost of an imported pickup truck, according to…

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