Sports betting giants DraftKings and FanDuel secured early political victories in Alabama’s Republican primaries after a super PAC supported by the firms spent over $9.3 million backing candidates seen as supportive of gambling legalization.
The American Conservative Fund emerged as the top outside spender in the state’s primary elections, highlighting the increasing influence of gambling interests in political campaigns. The substantial financial support from DraftKings and FanDuel's affiliated PAC underscores the companies' commitment to advancing their agenda in the state.
