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La Mota Tax Crisis and Oregon’s Regulatory Shift | Portland News
La Mota’s owner Aaron Mitchell faces over $7.9 million in Oregon tax liens covering unpaid marijuana, income, and corporate taxes dating back to 2020—interest and penalties make it even steeper. This isn’t new: the company’s prior dealings forced the resignation of Oregon’s former Secretary of State. Meanwhile, prediction market Kalshi is ramping up influence in Oregon, hiring lobbyists and donating $12,500 to AG Dan Rayfield, who previously opposed them—and whose reelection looms in 2028. Back home, Multnomah County commissioners are reviewing the Preschool for All program’s funding model…
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