Archive · 2 Dec 2025
New York Approves 3 New Casinos
New York City is getting three new big casinos.
One will be near the Mets' stadium, another at a golf course that Donald Trump used to run, and the third at a race track.
The state says these casinos will bring lots of money and create jobs.
But some people are worried that easy access to casinos will make more people addicted to gambling.
The casinos are expected to open soon, with one as early as next year and the others by 2030.
Some people protested, saying the casinos will hurt older adults and Asian American communities.
New York City approved three casino proposals, including one near Citi Field and another at Ferry Point Golf Course.
The casinos are expected to bring in billions in revenue and create jobs, but critics warn of increased gambling addiction.
Bally’s plan for Ferry Point could mean millions for Trump, as they agreed to pay him $115 million if they won the license.
The casinos aim to open by March 2024 and 2030, with investments ranging from $4 billion to $8.1 billion.
Protesters argue the casinos will disproportionately negatively impact older adults and Asian American communities.
- Who
- New York Gaming Facility Location Board, Bally’s, Hard Rock, Resorts World, Anti-casino protesters
- What
- Approval of three casino proposals in New York City
- When
- Approved on Monday, expected to open by March 2024 and 2030
- Where
- Ferry Point Golf Course (Bronx), Citi Field (Queens), Aqueduct Race Track (Queens)
- Why
- To unlock billions in funding for the state’s transit system and create jobs, despite concerns over gambling addiction
- Casino Locations
- Ferry Point Golf Course (Bronx), Citi Field (Queens), Aqueduct Race Track (Queens)
- Opening Timelines
- Aqueduct Race Track (March 2024), Citi Field and Ferry Point (2030)
- State Budget Impact
- Gambling revenues factored into the state budget
