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Mega Millions Jackpot After Taxes | Lafayette Louisiana News
Mega Millions is heating up with the biggest jackpot of the year, but don’t get too excited—taxes will slash your winnings by over 30%, and most states hit you with their own lottery tax, leaving you with barely half the advertised prize. Recent wins in Illinois and Ohio prove the odds are astronomical (1 in 295 million), yet someone always wins. Next draw’s Friday—tickets cost just $5 and are sold across 45 states. Meanwhile, Powerball’s jackpot’s also climbing. For a few bucks, you dream big… but Uncle Sam and your state might leave you with less than half. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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