Texas Lottery commissioner resigns

Texas Lottery commissioner resigns as agency faces legislative scrutiny
Clark Smith, one of five members of the commission, stepped down Friday as lawmakers have raised questions about the role of lottery couriers and agency governance.
Texas lottery commissioner resigns amid allegations against agency
Clark E. Smith resigned from his position on the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) as the agency faces a sunset review and growing pressure from state lawmakers to ban lottery couriers from doing business in the Lone Star State.
Texas Lottery commissioner resigns after controversial $83.5M win through courier service
Texas Lottery commissioner Clark Smith resigned on Friday after controversial lottery wins through third-party services.
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Texas Lottery commissioner resigns shortly after controversial wins draw state officials' scrutiny
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Texas Lottery Commissioner resigns amid courier controversy
The commissioner stepped down from his role after concerns surrounding a winning ticket sold through a third-party service.
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Texas lottery win raises questions about third-party courier services
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Texas Lottery Confirms Rare ‘Triple Win’ in Saturday’s Powerball
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