Missouri House members criticize treasurer over ads on gambling machines
Missouri House members questioned and criticized Treasurer Vivek Malek. His office has placed advertisements on Torch Electronics Gambling machines, which are unregulated and illegal. He testified before a subcommittee on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. Video provided by the House communications office; edited by Beth O'Malley
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Treasurer Vivek Malek began meeting with gambling company operatives in August to discuss ways to promote programs in his office.
Editorial: It's a small but notable victory if only in that it shows there actually are lines our state legislators won't cross in defense of this well-heeled, parasitic industry.
Letter:Â Talk about hitching your wagon to corruption and then advertising it.
