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Casino Denies Asylum Seeker $1,250 Winnings Over ID
2 Jan
Summary
- A man seeking asylum was denied over $1,000 in casino winnings.
- The casino cited his limited-term immigration ID as the reason.
- He believes the denial was discriminatory based on his status.
A man seeking asylum in the United States has alleged that Bally's casino in Chicago refused to pay him over $1,000 in slot machine winnings. The incident occurred on December 20, and the individual, who wishes to remain anonymous, has yet to receive his $1,250 payout. He presented a limited-term REAL ID, which is legally issued to immigrants in his situation in Illinois.
According to the man, this ID has been accepted for previous jackpots at the casino. However, this time, the casino allegedly denied him his winnings, citing the temporary nature of his identification. He expressed feelings of discrimination, stating that such treatment felt unfair given Illinois's purported protections for immigrants.
This situation arises amid broader legal challenges concerning immigration policies in Illinois. The Department of Justice recently sued Governor JB Pritzker over new state laws designed to shield immigrants at courthouses and other public facilities. These laws aim to prevent civil arrests and protect personal information for non-citizens.
