Speaking to lawmakers from across the country at a meeting of the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States, Christie blasted the leagues – and the National Football League in particular – for what he called a double standard. After the NFL, along with the NBA, NHL, MLB and the NCAA, blocked New Jersey’s move to legalize sports betting in court, Christie said he was willing to settle with the leagues in order to open legal wagering.

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