Trump and Ameristar suffered some losses in their total profits for the first part of the year. One of the reasons is the weakening economy and the increase competition from other states.

Gov. Schwarzenegger recently announced the approval of the gaming compact of the Mono Tribe for Madera County. The Governor estimates that the casino can contribute $25 million to the state.

Wynn casinos suffered some losses because of the weak economy but has performed admirably mainly because of Wynn Macau. Steve Wynn said that they will not dismissed the employees of their casinos.

LGVI will be participating in the NIGA Trade Show. LGVI will be showcasing different casino products for keno and others that are appropriate for the gaming floor of every casino facility.

The legislature of Maine sustained the veto of Gov. Baldacci on the slots proposal of the Penobscot Tribe. Governor Baldacci said that this issue should first be approve by the voters.

The Navajo Indian Tribe can now begin constructing their casino because they have enough funds. The contractor for the project was the Killian Group from the state of Missouri.