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Trump White House aide was secret author of report used to push big lie – The Guardian

Posted: March 21, 2022 at 8:58 am

Weeks after the 2020 election, at least one Trump White House aide was named as secretly producing a report that alleged Donald Trump lost to Joe Biden because of Dominion Voting Systems research that formed the basis of the former presidents wider efforts to overturn the election.

The Dominion report, subtitled OVERVIEW 12/2/20 History, Executives, Vote Manipulation Ability and Design, Foreign Ties, was initially prepared so that it could be sent to legislatures in states where the Trump White House was trying to have Bidens win reversed.

But top Trump officials would also use the research that stemmed from the White House aide-produced report to weigh other options to return Trump to the presidency, including having the former president sign off on executive orders to authorize sweeping emergency powers.

The previously unreported involvement of the Trump White House aide in the preparation of the Dominion report raises the extraordinary situation of at least one administration official being among the original sources of Trumps efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

The publicly available version of the Dominion report, which first surfaced in early December 2020 on the conservative outlet the Gateway Pundit, names on the cover and in metadata as its author Katherine Friess, a volunteer on the Trump post-election legal team.

But the Dominion report was in fact produced by the senior Trump White House policy aide Joanna Miller, according to the original version of the document reviewed by the Guardian and a source familiar with the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity.

The original version of the Dominion report named Miller - who worked for the senior Trump adviser Peter Navarro as the author on the cover page, until her name was abruptly replaced with that of Friess before the document was to be released publicly, the source said.

The involvement of a number of other Trump White House aides who worked in Navarros office was also scrubbed around that time, the source said. Friess has told the Daily Beast that she had nothing to do with the report and did not know how her name came to be on the document.

It was not clear why Millers name was removed from the report, which was sent to Trumps former attorney Rudy Giuliani on 29 November 2020, or why the White House aides involvement was obfuscated in the final 2 December version.

Miller did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Dominion report made a number of unsubstantiated allegations that claimed Dominion Voting Systems corruptly ensured there could be technology glitches which resulted in thousands of votes being added to Joe Bidens total ballot count.

Citing unnamed Venezuelan officials, the report also pushed the conspiracy theory that Dominion Voting Systems used software from the election company Smartmatic and had ties to state-run Venezuelan software and telecommunications companies.

After the Dominion report became public, Navarro incorporated the claims into his own three-part report, produced with assistance from his aides at the White House, including Miller and another policy aide, Garrett Ziegler, the source said.

Ziegler has also said on a rightwing podcast that he and others in Navarros office seemingly referring to Trump White House aides Christopher Abbott and Hannah Robertson started working on Navarros report about two weeks before the 2020 election took place.

Two weeks before the election, we were doing those reports hoping that we would pepper the swing states with those, Ziegler said of the three-part Navarro report in an appearance last July on The Professors Record with David K Clements.

The research in the Dominion report also formed the backbone of foreign election interference claims by the former Trump lawyer and conspiracy theorist Sidney Powell, who argued Trump could, as a result, assume emergency presidential powers and suspend normal law.

That included Trumps executive order 13848, which authorized sweeping powers in the event of foreign election interference, as well as a draft executive order that would have authorized the seizure of voting machines, the Guardian has previously reported.

The claims about Venezuela in the Dominion report appear to have spurred Powell to ask Trump at a 18 December 2020 meeting at the White House coincidentally facilitated by Ziegler that she be appointed special counsel to investigate election fraud.

Millers authorship of the Dominion report was not the last time the Trump White House, or individuals in the administration, prepared materials to advance the former presidents claims about a stolen election and efforts to return himself to office.

The House select committee investigating the January 6 Capitol attack revealed last year it had found evidence the White House Communications Agency produced a letter for the Trump justice department official Jeffrey Clark to use to pressure states to decertify Bidens election win.

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Is a post-Trump media world beginning to take shape? | TheHill – The Hill

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It looks like exhausted news consumers battered by polarized cable channels that elevate opinion over facts are finally being heard.

Piece by piece, a post-Trump media world is starting to take shape. It looks something like a universe where resentment and resistance are pushed to the side and straight news steps back into the spotlight.

In just the past few weeks, several high-profile developments point to an emerging correction in journalism:

Spectrum, a cable distributor which operates more than 30 local newsrooms around the country, has announced it will soon launch a national newscast, headed up by a former executive producer of NBC Nightly News. The move comes, Spectrum says, after a survey of 10,000 viewers showed a high level of trust in the companys local newscasts.

At the same time, cable outlet NewsNation said it would continue to expand the number of newscasts on the service reaching 21 hours a day by June. NewsNation, owned by The Hills parent company Nexstar Media Group, was launched in 2020 with a mission to deliver straight news.

And it is now apparent that CNNs new bosses will move quickly to bring the network back to the journalistic center. David Zaslav, who takes over as CEO of CNNs parent company later this spring, has said that overall wed probably be better off if we just had news networks in America rather than partisan opinion. To head CNN, Zaslav has tapped CBS producer Chris Licht, someone he calls a true news person.

Zaslav also labelled competitor Fox News much more of an advocacy network than a news network.

All of this is a tacit acknowledgement that journalism and cable news especially lost its way during the Trump years, when blatant calls to tribal instincts became the easiest pathway to ratings success.

But, just like the politics that placed Donald TrumpDonald TrumpNow is the time to rebuild America's refugee resettlement program Is a post-Trump media world beginning to take shape? Major government surveillance revelations fail to make a big splash MORE in the White House, that media development didnt appear out of thin air. It began slowly during George W. Bushs administration, when figures like MSNBCs Keith Olbermann and FOXs Bill OReilly came to dominate their networks and appeal to distinct political factions. The Tea Party revolt during the Obama years raised the stakes elevating additional star commentators like Glenn Beck and Rachel MaddowRachel Anne MaddowIs a post-Trump media world beginning to take shape? Ukraine proves cable can still do news, but does it really want to? Journalist: Rachel Maddow's hiatus from MSNBC could leave working class audience behind MORE.

Still, the opinion gloves truly came off during the Trump administration. Even CNN felt compelled to join the fray or suffer the ratings consequences. Bare-knuckled competition for tribal loyalty led to deep extremes, places in mass media where authoritarians are praised and a discredited dossier stays in the headlines far longer than it should.

The shift now underway includes a reassessment from top business leaders. Former Disney chief Bob Iger last week asserted theres a problem of profiting from, I call it inaccuracy, from opinion and from presenting things in an inaccurate fashion. Too many viewers, he said think of news in the wrong way, not how we knew it when we were growing up and we were taught news should be. Cable chieftain John Malone has talked about returning the industry to actual journalism.

Thats important. It could signal that certain titans of television may be willing to sit through some softening of revenue as key parts of the news environment readjust.

The most crucial unknown in this incipient shift is, as always in media, the audience. Too often, viewers tell researchers they want news sources they can trust, they want balance but dont follow through with their content choices. For these viewers, trust means loud voices I agree with, and balance means just the facts that bolster my views.

But some evidence does point to the existence of an exhausted majority. They will need to get off the sidelines and seek out news posts and programming that deliver what they say they want. Media leaders and investors are starting to make big bets on those viewers and readers. Its up to them to respond.

Just-the-facts journalism is important to a functioning democracy. People tired of where weve been are now being given an opportunity to vote with their time and attention and maybe help change where were going.

Joe Ferullo is an award-winning media executive, producer and journalist and former executive vice president of programming for CBS Television Distribution. He was a news executive for NBC, a writer-producer for Dateline NBC and worked for ABC News. Follow him on Twitter@ironworker1.

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Dr. Ozs Heritage Is Targeted as Rivals Vie for Trump Backing – The New York Times

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Also running is Kathy Barnette, a political commentator who has written a book about being Black and conservative and has raised more than $1 million.

Limited public polling shows a wide-open contest. A Fox News survey in early March showed Mr. McCormick leading, with 24 percent, and Dr. Oz at 15 percent, but many voters were undecided. The Democratic field includes Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, Representative Conor Lamb and Malcolm Kenyatta, a state representative.

The pro-Trump label can be an awkward fit for both Mr. McCormick and Dr. Oz.

Mr. McCormick is the former chief executive of the Bridgewater hedge fund and served in the Treasury Department of the second Bush administration. His career arc from West Point graduate to the financial world more neatly fits the traditional Republican establishment mold, and he said last year that the riot on Jan. 6 at the Capitol was a dark chapter in American history.

For his part, Dr. Oz first found fame as a regular guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and clips showing him dancing with Michelle Obama have made their way into ads attacking him. He previously supported key elements of the Affordable Care Act and, while he calls himself pro-life, he struggled in a Fox News interview to articulate when he believes life begins.

Mr. Trump, according to advisers, has tracked the race closely but appears content for now to sit on the sidelines. He jealously guards his endorsement record and was already burned by his early backing of Mr. Parnell. Facing the possible defeat of candidates he is backing in other states, Mr. Trump has turned at least temporarily more cautious in some key Senate races.

Just as he is doing in two other crowded Republican primaries, in Ohio and Missouri, Mr. Trump is not picking sides while the field remains muddled. In both those states, he has also met with multiple candidates vying for his backing.

Rob Gleason, a former chairman of the Pennsylvania Republican Party, said a Trump endorsement in the states race could be the tipping point in a close election.

Hes just very important in Republican circles, he said. He still is.

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Imran Khan is another Donald Trump. But real danger is that Pakistan isnt another US – ThePrint

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In September 2015, Dawn carried my op-ed article, Pakistans Donald Trump. This was 16 months before Trump became president of the United States and about three years before Imran Khan became prime minister of Pakistan. It generated much commentary both ways. Days later, Washington-based analyst Michael Kugelman published his riposte, also in Dawn, dismissing my comparisons as merely superficial. He concluded that Naya Pakistan may be nave, but it is neither nasty nor nefarious.

Seven years is an eternity in the world of politics. What has Naya Pakistan come to mean? Since 2015, much has happened: Trump narrowly won the presidency but failed at re-election. Since then, he has not stopped trying to claw his way back to power. Khan was the winner in the controlled elections of 2018 and has had nearly four years for selling Naya Pakistan. His fate presently rests upon the no-confidence motion before parliament.

To redo the Trump-Khan comparison is timely. Certainly, some similarities I had alluded to earlier remain unaltered. Then, as now, the political toolkits of both men include abundant use of abusive language for firing up supportive mobs. So is making promises which, even if unfulfillable, help generate fantasies in their followers.

The first time around these tools, together with practised theatrics, worked well. Once installed in power, the orange-skinned president cultivated an ecosystem of sycophants, sellers of snake oil and white extremists. In a blizzard of disinformation, his political opponents were blamed for all failures of governance and economic mismanagement. The Washington Post says Trumps false or misleading claims total 30,573 over four years. Impressive!

But Americans soon realised that although Trump was brilliant before the cameras, on governance he was clueless. The economy, race matters and foreign relations headed south. Relations with European allies plummeted even as the Putin-Trump personal rapport grew stronger. When voters rejected Trump for a second term, this was incomprehensible to a man who adored himself beyond limit.

To reverse the election results he tried everything but, unfortunately for him, American democracy proved too robust. The Department of Justice and the military flatly rejected his proposal to seize voting machines and redo the elections. The siege of Capitol Hill in a country with 200 years of democracy shocked the world.

While places, times, and people are obviously different for Pakistan, many similarities are startlingly close and growing closer. Khan is already concocting an explanation for his possible ouster: he is being punished by the West for his independent foreign policy and jihad against Islamophobia. He threatens to unleash hell upon turncoat members of his own party and, of course, the opposition.

On March 27 D-Day at Islamabads D-Chowk PTI is mobilising party and state resources for holding what it says will be the biggest rally in Pakistans history. The goal: to message parliamentarians, both PTI and opposition, that they must not enter parliament to vote on the no-confidence motion.

One significant difference separates Capitol Hill from D-Chowk. Whereas Trump brought out his supporters with winks and nods, nothing has been left to the imagination here. Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry says all parliamentarians arriving to vote on that day would have to pass through a million Khan supporters on their way to the National Assembly and even more significantly on their way back as well. There they will face a lynch mob.

How violent it all gets on D-Day, and the final outcome, cannot be presently known. The siege of the Capitol left American democracy hanging by a thread. Nevertheless, the system was robust enough to blunt the worse. In Pakistan, what lies ahead may or may not end with Khans ouster. But what will be his legacy when he does finally go?

On democracy: depriving parliamentarians of their right to vote is a slap in the face to democracy and decency. That this violates the Constitution is clear as day. But, to be honest, worse has happened before. Four martial laws have trampled the Constitution under the boot. And, even without overt constitutional violations, crooked politicians and generals have stuffed their pockets for decades and parked their assets in unreachable places.

On the economy: todays galloping inflation, repeated returns to the IMF, more whitewashing of black money, dramatic fall of the rupee, and performance levels well below that of India and Bangladesh, are significant negatives. But dont blame PTI alone. Pakistans systemic economic weaknesses stem from overspending on defence, elite capture of national wealth, and a hopelessly under-skilled workforce. Thats why CPECs new infrastructure led to insignificant industrialisation. The same would have happened in a PML-N or PPP government.

On foreign relations: the world noticed PM Khan hailing Osama bin Laden a martyr; calling the Taliban liberators; shaking hands with Putin just before the Ukraine war; wantonly spiting the EU although it is one of Pakistans economic props; and sending relations with Saudi Arabia crashing down. Still, these are reversible. A new prime minister can set things right.

On education: Khans toxic legacy will be nearly irreversible. While madressahs do exactly today what they have done for decades and centuries, Punjabs regular schools now function more as madressahs and less as schools. Even the super-rich are only partly exempted. The kind of mixed-up, confused and ignorant generations that the so-called Single National Curriculum will produce is absolutely terrifying. On the higher education front, Khan has disembowelled the HEC and made it a hotbed of intrigue.

When Khan proclaimed Naya Pakistan would be Riyasat-i-Madina, most people thought it was a metaphor for a cleaner, more equitable Pakistan. Our friend from Washington can be forgiven for thinking this as neither nasty nor nefarious. Almost everyone failed to see the hidden text: the head of any religious state must claim divine sanction in some form. With near-daily fiery pontifications on his ideas of moral behaviour and proper dress, Khans high vision is fully before us. And, just in case you are unsure whether Naya Pakistans head should stay or go, please remember that only animals can be neutral.

The writer is an Islamabad-based physicist and author.

This article was first published in Dawn on 19 March 2022 and it has been republished here with permission.

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Want the kind of government practiced in Russia? Keep listening to Trumps lies. | Letter – lehighvalleylive.com

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Lies destroy. Hitler lied about Jews, stoked hate, controlled the press, gained popular support, and launched WWII.

Donald Trump lies. He lied about Soviet intervention in his election, and his withholding of funds to Ukraine - attempting to coerce Zelensky into investigating Bidens sons. He continues to lie and make assertions of a fraudulent election. He lied about his attempts to coerce or replace election officials hoping to overturn results. He lied about his attempts to have Pence throw out vote counts, and he lies about instigating the insurrection at the Capitol.

I mention these particular lies in context of their severe undermining of the democratic process, which can only survive on truth, honesty and respect for the law.

These totalitarian-type behaviors didnt discourage nearly 40% of voters who still support Trump.

Whats happening in Ukraine is a world showdown between democracy and totalitarianism. Putin falsely claims he invaded Ukraine to eradicate Nazis. He falsely claims Ukraine manufactures biological and chemical weapons, opening the door for his use of them in the future. Sadly, another anti-democracy country, China, agrees with Putins assertions. These two countries are no friends of democracy and would like nothing more than to weaken the United States by seizing upon our vulnerability to lies.

With complacency and much maligning by autocrats and conspiracy theorists, the legitimate free press continues to be our last hope for truth. Let us educate ourselves with facts then make our personal decisions based on truth.

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Joe Rogan Clears the Rumor of Donald Trump Appearing on His Podcast – EssentiallySports

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The renowned stand-up comedian and UFC commentator Joe Rogan has made a name for himself for voicing his opinions. In his podcast, the Joe Rogan Experience, the comedian candidly discusses a various array of topics with his guests. Unfortunately, Rogan has also attracted controversies in the past.

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Since the controversies, Rogan has unwantedly pulled a lot of undesirable attention and speculation. And that also gives room to baseless rumors. In a recent episode of his podcast, Rogan cleared one such rumor. The Rumour was that former United States President Donald Trump will come on as a guest on his popular podcast.

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Its been a whole thing where a hundred people, at least, have texted me and sent me emails and contacted friends because they heard [Donald] Trump was coming on my podcast. The source of it is a fake Trump account on Twitter. Its Trumps face, and its a fake account that said, Im going on the Joe Rogan podcast soon,' said Rogan.

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The 54-year-old said that he doesnt want to take any political stand on his show, during episode #1793 of the Joe Rogan Experience. Speaking with former CIA officer Mike Baker, Rogan clearly wants to abstain from leaning towards any political candidate.

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During the show, Rogan also talked about YouTube, removal of an episode of the NELK Boys Podcast where the former president Donald Trump was their guest. They pulled the podcast, which is one of the craziest things you could do, said Rogan.

While talking about being apolitical, Rogan said, I have decided that I am very apolitical when it comes to the future in like political candidates, I dont wanna have that kind of influence I wanna be someone who can watch and observe dont wanna be someone whos actually affecting this.

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Healthy Living: The more you know about gambling – Norwich Bulletin

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For many of us, playing the lottery, going to the casino for slots or blackjack, betting on sports, or buying a scratch ticket is a form of fun and entertainment. But for some of us, it can turn into problem gambling. Lets look at some risk factors, but first, lets clarify a few questions.

What exactly is gambling? Gambling is the act of betting money or something of value on an event with an uncertain outcome with the goal of winning money or something of value.

What makes problem gambling a problem? This is when we no longer have control over the amount of money, time, and energy we spend on gambling. We might continue to gamble even if we are experiencing negative consequences. You might notice your gambling is hurting your finances, work/school, relationships, and your mental health.

Anyone can develop an addiction to gambling but knowing the risk factors can be helpful. Lets look at some circumstances that may put you more at risk for problem gambling:

Now that you are aware of some of the risk factors of problem gambling, lets identify some strategies to keep gambling safe and affordable:

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Best Gambling Sites Ranked by Real Money Casino Games, Bonuses & More (2022) – Hindustan Times

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Online real money gambling has become increasingly more popular - but where do you find the best gambling sites, though?

Site security, game selection, attractive bonuses with fair terms, and flexible banking options are just a few of the areas the top-rated sites focus on for a better gambling experience.

We take a look at the top gambling sites and rate their ability to provide players with an amazing user experience - from sign-up to payout.

Lets begin.

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Ignition is one of the more recent entries in the online casino industry, having only been established in 2016. In the few years its been up and running, the website has established an impressive repertoire of games from big-time developers. It also features some stellar bonuses and a gorgeous user interface on both desktop and mobile devices.

Lets see why its our top pick of the best gambling sites:

Game Variety: 4.5 / 5

With just under 300 games to choose from, Ignition has more than enough titles to keep you entertained. While the majority of these are slots variations, theres also a healthy mix of table games, poker variants, and several specialties and live dealer titles.

Ignition doesnt skimp on quality either, as the games come from heavy-hitting casino game developers Rival and Real Time Gaming (RTG), as well as Revolver Gaming and the relatively new Makitone Gaming. Game quality is just as important as variety and, luckily, this online casino has both in spades.

Promos and Bonuses: 5/5

Ignition has a particularly fantastic welcome bonus of 200% match up to $2,000. It even gets better for people who make an initial deposit using crypto. It will provide you with a whopping 300% up to $3,000 match when you make a Bitcoin deposit. The bonus is split between poker and casino games and comes with a fair 25x wagering requirement.

Aside from the welcome bonuses, Ignition offers reload and weekly bonuses, along with rewards and referral programs.

User Interface and Mobile Compatibility: 5/5

This gambling site boasts an eye-catching user interface with high-definition graphics and a stylish theme. Whether its online poker, slots, or anything in between, everything is easy on the eyes and easy to access.

Mobile users will be glad to know that the desktop version of the website translates perfectly onto a mobile device, with the high-resolution graphics remaining intact and game compatibility being optimal.

Payment Options: 4 / 5

Banking options are Ignitions weakest area, as it mostly just offers more common choices for depositing and withdrawing. You can use credit/debit cards, checks, and bank transfers, in addition to Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, and Bitcoin Cash.

Unfortunately, the site hasnt adopted any e-wallets, despite this model of payment becoming increasingly more popular in other gambling sites.

Customer Support: 5 / 5

Ignitions customer support team is accessible in several channels. Send them an email and theyll respond within the next few hours. Theres also a live chat feature for those looking for a more immediate solution or a live person to talk to. They also have a phone number to call in case you prefer that instead.

Their staff are both knowledgeable and friendly and they almost always reply in a timely manner.

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Red Dog Casino does a great job of welcoming newbies and experienced players thanks to its combination of bright backdrops and a catchy mascot.

It offers a good range of fun and high-quality casino games to play on both desktop and mobile. There are enough casino bonuses to keep things interesting whether youre a first-timer or a regular player on the platform.

Game Variety: 4 / 5

The site has a little over 150 games to choose from, including a variety of slots, video poker, table games, and specialty titles. There isnt all that much in developer variety, but the casino games are made by Real Time Gaming and Visionary iGaming so you can count on them being trustworthy and of high quality.

Promos and Bonuses: 4.5 / 5

New users get a fantastic 255% match deposit as a welcome bonus. This bonus comes with a 35x wagering requirement, which isnt out of the ordinary for the industry. There are also regular casino bonuses and monthly specials, in addition to a fairly rewarding loyalty program.

User Interface and Mobile Compatibility: 5 / 5

Red Dogs simple and fun-loving interface is its highlight feature, boasting an easy-to-navigate platform thatll have you picking out your next game in just a few clicks or taps. The websites furry mascot will keep you company all throughout and there are some simple filters to show you whats new and whats trending.

The games look amazing and mobile users will be glad to know that they all work splendidly on mobile devices. In fact, they look even better on the screen of your smartphone or tablet, thanks to the more condensed pixels.

Payment Options: 4.5 / 5

You get a few extra banking options compared to Ignition, with you still being able to use different kinds of debit/cards, wire transfers, and Bitcoin, in addition to certain gift cards and Neosurf. Whats really great is that Red Dog doesnt require any fees to withdraw your winnings, though you will have to accumulate at $150 before you can pull out your funds.

Customer Support: 5 / 5

Red Dog features all modes of customer support, including chat, email, and telephone. The chat function doesnt usually have a long queue either, as you often get a live representative in under a minute.

Reaching out to the support team is a breeze as well since you can easily find all the channels in the Contact Us section of the website. As for the experience, we found their reps to be pleasant and well-versed in their field.

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Bovada is among the top gambling sites and sportsbook websites thats been around for over a decade. It boasts some enticing bonuses, a nice variety of games to play, and a straightforward interface thats a pleasure to navigate. To top it all off, its the perfect choice for people who are looking to gamble on both casino games and sports on the same website.

Game Variety: 4.5 / 5

Bovada offers just shy of 300 different game titles from established developers like Real Time Gaming, Betsoft, and Rival - all three of which are known for producing premium and tried-and-trusted games. In addition to slots, table games, video poker, and live dealer titles, the website regularly hosts poker tournaments as well.

Aside from a well-established casino section, Bovada is also known for its sports betting section with the most competitive odds and incredible markets. There are around 30 mainstream and niche sports to bet on, including NBA, NFL, and NHL. It also has a dedicated section for horse racing.

Promos and Bonuses: 4.5 / 5

As a newcomer, the casino matches your first three deposits 100% up to $1,000 each, giving you a maximum welcome bonus potential of $3,000. There are also other welcome bonuses, including ones for making your initial Bitcoin deposit, your first poker game, and for making a deposit for sports betting.

If youre a sucker for perks, youll be glad to know that Bovada also has a pretty great referral bonus and an attractive rewards program.

User Interface and Mobile Compatibility: 4.5 / 5

Bovada sports a simple user interface thats intuitively laid out, making it amazingly easy to browse and utilize. While not all of the games work in the mobile version, the vast majority of them do and the UI is just as sleek on your smartphone or tablet.

Payment Options: 4 / 5

This casino allows a fairly limited range of banking methods. You get to choose from credit/debit cards, checks, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash. It would be nice to see other popular payment methods and other cryptos added soon.

Customer Support: 5 / 5

Bovada offers the usual channels of customer support - live chat, email, and phone. Their representatives are available 24/7, so you wont have to worry about getting through to someone or waiting in long queues. Email inquiries are generally responded to in just a few hours and there are lots of questions answered in the websites FAQs section.

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Slots.lv is one of the old-timers in the online casino industry, having been established way back in 2013. Despite being in business for a long time, Slots.lv still manages to remain among the best in the business, boasting one of the most diverse game libraries weve ever come across and some incredible welcome bonuses that are sure to attract curious newcomers.

Game Variety: 4 / 5

Slots.lv does not exactly have an overwhelming number of games in its library, but what it does have is a diverse set of games from the classic slots, table games, live dealers, specialties, and tournaments.

The majority of these are slots an incredibly impressive portfolio from four separate respectable developers - Real Time Gaming, BetSoft, Proprietary, and Genesis Gaming. This means you can look forward to an unrivaled degree of variety in the games you play.

Promos and Bonuses: 5 / 5

This casino has an attractive welcome bonus that aims to keep players around for the long haul. Slots.lv will triple your first deposit up to an amount of $1,000, and the following eight will be doubled up to $500. If you play your cards right, thats a total of $5,000 in welcome bonuses, which is incredibly generous.

There are also referral, weekly, and no-deposit bonuses to take advantage of. To top it all off, this casino has an impressive rewards program with eight different tiers.

User Interface and Mobile Compatibility: 4.5 / 5

The websites UI is incredibly simple, with an easy-to-follow layout that even newbies shouldnt have trouble with. Browsing through games is a breeze and youll be playing fun titles in no time at all. Its a bit on the bland side, but not so much as to ruin your gaming experience.

The majority of its huge library of games is designed to be compatible with mobile devices, so you can enjoy playing them on either your computer or smartphone.

Payment Options: 3.9 / 5

Slots.lv has the usual payment options, like credit/debit cards, bank transfers, and checks, though it also supports RapidTransfer, which is a nice addition. It also supports Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash. Wed love to see more e-wallets and other crypto coins supported in the future, though.

Customer Support: 3.5 / 5

While this gambling site does offer phone and email as far as customer service goes, it noticeably lacks a live chat option, which is disappointing. A lot of users dont care much for having to call a number for assistance, and would rather just chat with a representative for immediate answers.

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Bitstarz has quickly made a name for itself as being one of the premiere crypto-friendly gambling sites around.

It accepts various types of cryptocurrency and accommodates a lot of other banking options as well, most of which are missing from other leading gambling sites. It also has an insane number of titles in its library and some great promotions to boot.

Game Variety: 5 / 5

As of this writing, Bitstarz claims to have over 3,500 online casino games in total on their site, which is an amazing number by any standard. In fact, thats by far the largest number on this list. The games come from 24 developers, including Betsoft Gaming, Asia Gaming, Endorphina, Pocketdice, Booming Games, and SoftSwiss.

While not all the names are as prominent as some of the other entries on our list, its still a remarkable level of variety that will keep you entertained. Plus, you get the chance to play the games for free in demo mode, which is always a nice way to test them before playing for real money.

Promos and Bonuses: 3.9 / 5

This gambling site has an interesting take on welcome bonuses. They match your first four deposits in varying percentages up to a certain amount of fiat currency or Bitcoin. There are also lots of other bonuses, including free spins.

The wagering requirement for the bonuses, however, usually hovers around 40x, which is a tad steep.

User Interface and Mobile Compatibility: 4 / 5

The website features a sleek design that looks like its constantly in dark mode. Its easy on the eyes and couldnt be easier to navigate.

The game filters and categories could use some work, as you may be unable to find trending games specifically for slots, for example, but it isnt too big of an issue. Bitstarz translates wonderfully to mobile format and it looks great on your smartphone or tablet.

Payment Options: 4 / 5

What sets Bitstarz apart is that it only accepts various forms of crypto, including Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Ethereum, Tether, and Dogecoin - but it also means fiat currency users will have to look elsewhere.

Customer Support: 5 / 5

Bitstarz sets the bar for superb customer service. They offer email, chat, and a phone number to contact and they also answer inquiries via social media if you prefer that channel. You can even request calls from their team if youre looking to avoid fees on international phone calls, which is an awesome idea.

Contact methods aside, their team of customer service experts are incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and respond in a timely manner.

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BetOnline is a top gambling site and a sports betting site rolled into one. It was established in 2004 and has since built quite the reputation in the world of online gambling.

This casino offers several bonuses that will encourage new users to try different forms of betting. Its also one of the few entries on this list to accommodate e-wallets as deposit and withdrawal options.

Game Variety: 4 / 5

BetOnline has over 400 slots, table games, video poker, specialty games, and live dealer games. They all come from well-known developers, such as Betsoft, Concept Gaming, Nucleus Gaming, and Dragon Gaming. It may not have as impressive a repertoire as Bitstarz, but its certainly more than enough to keep users entertained for hours.

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Gambling Promo Codes intends to be the choice destination for online betting promo codes and bonuses in the United States

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As the popularity of betting increases, gamblers are looking for additional support systems to prevent them from running into financial trouble. Betting on the Super Bowl, online casinos, and other sports platforms has become a common practice, and people want to receive enough value from the bets that they make even though they know that gambling is a 50-50 chance. Apps4 Web Media is pleased to announce the launch of GamblingPromoCodes.com. The new platform is primarily a sports betting aggregator that provides users with promo codes, bonus offers, and news updates.

Gambling Promo Codes intends to be the most extensive, most complete list of online casino and sportsbook promo codes. The platform will help online gamers place bets and enjoy mouthwatering benefits. "We are super excited to launch our new site for players in the US," explained Alex Windsor, CEO of Apps4 Web Media. "The iGaming and online sports betting market in the US is snowballing. We want to help players find the best value when it comes to betting and playing online."

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UFC London gambling preview: Best bets, parlays, and long shot of the week – MMA Fighting

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UFC London takes place this Saturday at the O2 Arena and is headlined by a pivotal heavyweight matchup between one-time Bellator champion Alexander Volkov and rising prospect Tom Aspinall. Its the UFCs first trip to London in three years and the card is loaded with British talent, all looking to make statements in their home country.

Lets take a look at some of the best bets available on the card. All odds are courtesy of our friends at DraftKings Sportsbook.

Tom Aspinall to beat Alexander Volkov, -130

Volkov is a big step up in competition for Aspinall but in the end, I expect this fight to look a lot like Volkovs bout with Ciryl Gane. Like Gane, Aspinall is a big and athletic heavyweight who moves well on his feet, and similarly, I expect him to have a decided edge in the speed category here. Volkov is huge and durable and has some craft to his game, but hes almost certainly going to lose the first two rounds and then have to battle back. The only real concern I have here for Aspinall is that hes never fought past the second round and this one has a good chance of making it to the fourth or fifth rounds, but that concern is minor. Aspinall is going to take a smart approach and outwork Volkov for the biggest win of his career.

Molly McCann to beat Luana Carolina, -140

McCann is coming off fighting a similar type and style to Carolina in her most recent bout against Ji Yeon Kim and I like her chances to replicate that success here. Carolina is a better striker than Kim but shes also a bit more flat-footed and prone to simply being outworked. For all McCanns flaws, work rate is not one of them. McCann may have to eat a couple shots at points but I like her to ugly this fight up and simply out-scrap Carolina. Normally, Id suggest a McCann by decision bet for the added value but that hometown crowd has me worried we may see the best performance of McCanns career so play it safe and just take the straight action.

Jack Shore to beat Timur Valiev, -105

This is a classic Striker-vs-Grappler matchup and in those sorts of contests, I tend to favor the grappler, and especially when the grappler is the better wrestler of the two. Such is the case here as Shore has proven to be an excellent MMA wrestler, timing his takedowns very well and scoring them at a 41% rate inside the UFC. Valiev is a serious threat on the feet as he throws with bad intentions, but Shore is durable and should be able to secure the takedowns he needs to get his hand raised.

Arnold Allen to beat Dan Hooker by Decision, +180

Allen gets his toughest test to date as he faces Hooker in The Hangmans return to the featherweight division. Hooker is going to have a decided size advantage in this fight, but Allen should possess the edge in speed and though Hooker will be physically larger, Allen may still be the stronger man in clinch positions. Thats the key part here as Allens best path to victory involves clinches and takedowns against the more dynamic striker. That style should fare even better against a Hooker who had to severely diminish himself to make 145. Ultimately, I think this is a 50/50 fight, but Allen isnt a big finisher so youre getting some good value on a Decision prop.

Gunnar Nelson to beat Takashi Saito by Submission, -120

Its been over two years since Nelson last fought and over three since he won inside the UFC but Gunni should fix both of those this weekend. Nelson is one of the premier grapplers in the welterweight division, having had a lot of success on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu circuit, and the UFC appears to be giving him a soft touch for his return with Saito. Saito is a solid fighter but his grappling isnt to Nelsons level and Saitos last three losses have all come by way of submission. I expect this to make it number four.

Paul Craig to beat Nikita Krylov by Submission, +450

The straight odds for this fight have Krylov as a comfortable favorite at -195 and while I think those odds are slightly off, the prop odds for Craig are even more enticing. Krylov is the better athlete and probably the better striker, but he has really fallen in love with his wrestling which plays right into Craigs hands. Moreover, on the ground, Krylov frequently makes mistakes on the ground, which is what allowed Jan Blachowicz to sweep him from his back and ultimately submit Krylov. Craig has a much more dangerous guard and can even score takedowns of his own. I think Craig is a live dog outright and the extra juice from the prop bet makes this very enticing.

Aspinall/Volkov Over 1.5 Rounds, -330

Volkov is exceedingly durable and I simply dont envision an early stoppage win in the cards for Aspinall. On the other end of it, Aspinalls speed advantage means Volkov is swimming upstream, especially early. Barring one perfect shot, this fight is going to make it past the 7 minutes and 30 second mark.

Ilia Topuria to beat Jai Herbert, -590

Topuria is the biggest betting favorite on the card for a reason. One of the brightest prospects in the sport, Topuria is excellent in all facets of MMA and while he probably could win a striking bout against Herbert, hes more likely to use his grappling skills to outwork the English fighter.

Sergei Pavlovich to beat Shamil Abdurakhimov, -290

A few years ago, Abdurakhimov would have had a good chance of winning this fight with savvy but Abdurakhimov is 40 years old and his chin appears to be fading. Pavlovich can have success with his clinch work and at range, his right hand is good enough to find the kill shot. Add in that Pavlovich is only 29 and still developing and this fight strongly favors him.

Parlay these three bets together for +105 odds.

Molly McCann to defeat Luana Carolina by KO/TKO in Round 3, +3500

As far as long shots go, this one is enormous but if youre gonna be a bear, be a grizzly. The reason Im going with this one is in McCanns pre-fight interviews she has made it clear that shes looking to get her first stoppage in the UFC, and with the London crowd cheering her on, she can manage it in the final round after putting on a grueling pace for the first two.

Man, last weekend was a heartbreaker. Alex Pereira and Terrance McKinney were extremely close to getting it done for us but the MMA gods had other plans. So time to bounce back and get after this London card.

Good luck yall, and gamble responsibly!

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