Illinois tribal casino cites ruling in discrimination case

February 4, 2025

The proposed Waukegan Potawatomi Casino is arguing in the Seventh Circuit that a recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling strengthens its claim that the city of Waukegan intentionally discriminated against it during the 2019 casino licensing process. The city denies wrongdoing, citing sovereign immunity and past court rulings. The case could impact future tribal gaming projects in Illinois.

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