New Jersey Sports Gambling Law Blocked in League Win
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A federal judge in New Jersey threw out a law to legalize sports gambling in the state, siding with groups including the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the National Football League that sued to block the legislation from taking effect.
The state law, signed by Republican New Jersey Governor Chris Christie in January 2012, permits wagering on professional and college sports at racetracks and Atlantic City casinos.