Some 70 Indian groups currently operate casinos in 17 states, with the number expected to double within a few years.

The company has a strong working relationship with Indian tribes that operate casinos, he said.

The company operates casinos in five of the country's top 20 commercial casino markets.

The Local Indian tribes operate several casinos in the area.

With at least six tribes looking to operate casinos in Connecticut, most politicians oppose them.

It set the terms for Native American tribes to operate casinos.

All three have accepted substantial contributions from Indian tribes that operate casinos.

The proposal was opposed by five rival tribes that already operated casinos in the region.

Federal law allows Indian tribes to operate casinos in states that already permit gambling.

More than 50 tribes in 17 states now operate casinos or big bingo parlors.