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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
ASU put coach Greg Powers on leave yesterday, 41 days after a team workout left a player on life support. The coach tabbed to run the team in place of Powers was arrested for DUI in 2024, telling police: "I’m going to lose my job if I blow into that." www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Arizona State places men’s hockey coach Greg Powers on paid leave (Gift Article)
The move comes two days after players asked for it pending further investigation into the workout that left their teammate on life support.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Forty-one days after a team workout left a player on life support, Arizona State put men's hockey coach Greg Powers on paid leave. The coach tabbed to run the team in his place was arrested for DUI in 2024: "I’m going to lose my job if I blow into that." www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Arizona State places men’s hockey coach Greg Powers on paid leave
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
"After the ambulance carrying Mayich left Sun Angel Stadium, the players wrote, Powers told them they were 'closer to making the Frozen Four because of the workout and Matthew having pushed himself to the maximum.'"
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Have a tip on this situation? Or other sports (or sports-adjacent) stories we need to investigate? Please reach out. Signal: nathanfenno.52 Email: nfenno@theathletic.com
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
New: Seven Arizona State men’s hockey players ask school to place coach Greg Powers on leave in wake of workout that left Matthew Mayich on life support. Story @theathletic.com with Katie Strang and Adam Kilgore. www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Arizona State men’s hockey players ask school to place coach Greg Powers on leave (Gift Article)
In letter to the university president, players disputed the school’s initial report on the workout that left their teammate on life support.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
New: The Arizona State men's hockey coach called his team 'soft'. Then a workout led by a Green Beret left a player on life support. An @theathletic.com investigation with Katie Strang and Adam Kilgore. Free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Inside Arizona State men’s hockey, and the workout that left a player on life support (Gift Article)
Players are coping with conflicted feelings while practicing under a coach who lamented 'soft' play last season.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 17/09/2026
From @theathletic.com: Arizona State hockey players are still reeling from watching Matthew Mayich collapse during a team workout. And almost every day, they interact with the coach who approved the training session, while their teammate remains on life support.
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Inside Arizona State men’s hockey, and the workout that left a player on life support
Players are coping with conflicted feelings while practicing under a coach who lamented 'soft' play last season.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
New: The Arizona State men's hockey coach called his team 'soft'. Then a workout led by a Green Beret left a player on life support. An @theathletic.com investigation with Katie Strang and Adam Kilgore. Free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Inside Arizona State men’s hockey, and the workout that left a player on life support (Gift Article)
Players are coping with conflicted feelings while practicing under a coach who lamented 'soft' play last season.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The lawyer representing hospitalized Arizona State hockey player Matthew Mayich's family calls for the coaching staff to be put on leave and accuses the school of mishandling a review of what happened. Free to read @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Lawyer for hockey player’s family: Arizona State is ‘not handling this responsibly’ (Gift Article)
Attorney Rob Carey blasts the school's response to Matthew Mayich's collapse and hospitalization after an outdoor team workout on campus.
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 12/08/2026
From @theathletic.com: A playboy NFL agent was on the verge of running the Seahawks when a longtime business associate was murdered with a crossbow, setting off a case that led to two trials, two hung juries and decades of questions.
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing
Michael Blatt, one of the most feared agents in football, was on the verge of taking over an NFL team. Then a rival turned up dead.
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The Sunday Long Read @thesundaylongread.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
One of @dvnjr.bsky.social's favorites this week: A true story spanning decades, based on 70 interviews and more than 1,000 documents, that must be read to be believed. @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Have a tip on this saga? Or other sports (or sports-adjacent) stories we need to investigate? Please reach out. Signal: nathanfenno.52 Email: nfenno@theathletic.com
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
A brash real estate developer was in line to run the Seattle Seahawks.  Then came a brutal murder with a crossbow —and a decades-long mystery. A wild investigation reported alongside Katie Strang and Zak Keefer. #lomgreads www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 12/08/2026
Michael Blatt was on the verge of becoming the Seattle Seahawks’ GM. Then a longtime business associate was murdered with a crossbow. Blatt was charged with murder, but ultimately walked free. How? www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing (Gift Article)
Michael Blatt, one of the most feared agents in football, was on the verge of taking over an NFL team. Then a rival turned up dead.
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Zak Keefer @zakkeefer.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The wildest NFL story you've never heard 👇🏼 An agent-turned-exec on the brink of power A grisly murder by 2 ex-players — with a CROSSBOW A bizarre twist kept secret ... until now Year+ investigation with Katie Strang and @nathanfenno.bsky.social Free to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing (Gift Article)
Michael Blatt, one of the most feared agents in football, was on the verge of taking over an NFL team. Then a rival turned up dead.
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Brendan Quinn @bfquinn.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Knew in advance this was going to unblinking and unbelievable. It somehow exceeded expectations. Madness, from Katie Strang, @zakkeefer.bsky.social and @nathanfenno.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing
Michael Blatt, one of the most feared agents in football, was on the verge of taking over an NFL team. Then a rival turned up dead.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
This is the wildest NFL saga you’ve never heard about. A brash real estate developer on the cusp of running the Seahawks. A brutal murder with a crossbow. And, decades later, a bizarre twist that remained secret until now.  www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
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A playboy NFL agent was in line to run the Seahawks. Then came the crossbow killing
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
👀 Despite the shuffling of ownership shares, Steve Tisch’s involvement with the New York Giants is “status quo," a team spokesperson told @theathletic.com. More on the fallout (or maybe not) from Tisch's link with Jeffrey Epstien: www.nytimes.com/athletic/710...
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Steve Tisch, family planning to transfer Giants ownership stakes to children: Memo
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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 12/02/2026
From @theathletic.com: Emails between Jeffrey Epstein and New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch stand out for how singularly they focused on Epstein’s ability to connect Tisch with young women. There was scant talk about philanthropy or business opportunities. nyti.ms/4arKDcT
A photo shows Giants co-owner Steve Tisch with a headline: Inside Steve Tisch's Transactional Friendship with Jeffrey Epstein
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
"In the weeks and months that followed, Epstein introduced Tisch to at least four women. ... An attorney representing one of the women wrote in an email that her client 'endured substantial abuse at the hands of Epstein.'"
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
"New one for you" A deep look inside the transactional friendship between Jeffrey Epstein and New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch. www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 02/02/2026
BREAKING: The NFL said it is aware of recently released emails that revealed the connection between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and New York Giants chairman and co-owner Steve Tisch, a league spokesperson said Monday.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
“Is my present in NYC?” Jeffrey Epstein scouted women for New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, emails show. www.nytimes.com/athletic/701...
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Jeffrey Epstein scouted women for New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, emails show
The emails, sent in 2013, were among more than 3 million Epstein-related documents the Department of Justice released Friday.
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 30/01/2026
BREAKING NEWS: Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein connected New York Giants chairman and co-owner Steve Tisch with multiple women, according to newly released emails.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
NEW: Jeffrey Epstein scouted women for New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, emails show. www.nytimes.com/athletic/701...
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Jeffrey Epstein scouted women for New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, emails show
The emails, sent in 2013, were among more than 3 million Epstein-related documents the Department of Justice released Friday.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
There are some great reporting jobs here for @theathletic.com's rapid-response investigative unit. jobs.lever.co/theathletic/...
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The Athletic Media Company - Reporter, Rapid Investigation (Remote)
About the Role The Athletic seeks skilled, motivated reporters to join its rapid-response investigative unit. Applicants will be multi-faceted journalists, adept at quickly jumping on a story, finding...
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
A burglary crew targeted some of Seattle's best-known athletes earlier this year. Luis Castillo -- twice. Ichiro Suzuki. Blake Snell. Richard Sherman. Julio Rodriguez and Jordyn Huitema. The crew left broken glass, ransacked homes and terror in its wake. www.nytimes.com/athletic/671...
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Seattle athletes were terrorized in a spree of burglaries. ‘They feel unsafe in their homes’
More than $700,000 in luxury watches, jewelry and designer leather goods were stolen over a three-month period.
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Richard Deitsch @richarddeitsch.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Really good reporting from @nathanfenno.bsky.social. You feel for those who were at home when these brazen and callous burglaries existed. No matter how much money you have, your peace of mind can get shattered.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
‘Please, quick … they’re coming’: How a homegrown burglary crew terrorized some of Seattle's best-known athletes. www.nytimes.com/athletic/671...
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Seattle athletes were terrorized in a spree of burglaries. ‘They feel unsafe in their homes’
More than $700,000 in luxury watches, jewelry and designer leather goods were stolen over a three-month period.
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 10/09/2025
At least eight men employed by the Tigers, its business arm or broadcast partner have been accused of misconduct toward women since 2023, including four VPs and two other high-ranking employees, an investigation by The Athletic found. ✍️ @brittghiroli.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/661...
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
Great read from @carsonkessler.bsky.social and @gabbyherzig.bsky.social ...
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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 13/08/2025
Aaron Donald is a future Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the most dominant defenders in NFL history. But five years of intensifying harassment from a stalker left him exasperated, uncertain and afraid. 🔗: dlvr.it/TMScwy
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Zak Keefer @zakkeefer.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
"I accidentally married Aaron Donald." "You can tell people I am delusional. I don't care ..." This story isn't just creepy, it's terrifying. Great reporting from @nathanfenno.bsky.social on the stalker who left a future Hall of Famer in fear www.nytimes.com/athletic/654...
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Aaron Donald was one of the NFL's toughest players. A stalker left him living in fear
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
A chilling and important piece by @carsonkessler.bsky.social …
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Dan Robson @danrobson.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
In the end, what is the final message of the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial? It could have been a reckoning, but it was something else. From Katie Strang and me — www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...
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The Hockey Canada trial could have been a reckoning. It was something else
The eight-week trial proved challenging to manage, leading to two jury dismissals and eventually the judge-only decision.
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Brian Hamilton @brianchamilton.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Revealing work from @carsonkessler.bsky.social + @nathanfenno.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/641...
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ICE’s go-to charter airline for deportations also flew NCAA teams, Inter Miami and more
From March through May of this year, GlobalX operated an estimated 62 percent of deportation flights.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
A brave and gut-wrenching piece from the great Bill Plaschke. All the best in your fight, my friend. www.latimes.com/sports/story...
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Commentary: I'm fighting Parkinson’s one punch at a time
Times columnist Bill Plaschke writes about his experience taking a boxing class to help fight Parkinson's disease symptoms.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 17/05/2025
Breakfast at Bacon and Butter is terrific. The California Railroad Museum is a fun stop, as well.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Some personal news: Today is my first day at The Athletic as a senior investigative writer. I'm thrilled to join such a talented and ambitious team. Have a tip about something we should investigate? Please email me at nfenno@theathletic.com.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
This is the way.
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Melody Gutierrez @melodygutierrez.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
CA lawmakers propose banning sales from dog brokers in crackdown on puppy pipeline. Three bills announced today are in response to a Times investigation that found truckloads of dogs from profit-driven mass breeders pour into the state and are resold as locally bred. www.latimes.com/california/s...
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California lawmakers propose banning sales from dog brokers in crackdown on puppy pipeline
Legislation would close the loophole in California's pet retail ban by prohibiting brokers from selling or shipping dogs to consumers in the state, in response to a Times investigation.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Proud to have worked on this video and the associated story with several talented @latimes.com journalists, including @paigestjohn.bsky.social, @melodygutierrez.bsky.social and @mrmarkpotts.com.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
"Wow, there’s no place to go." This a harrowing, minute-by-minute account from the @latimes.com of how the Palisades fire evacuation went wrong. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YSU...
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Escape from the Palisades: Split-second decision making, confusing responses
YouTube video by Los Angeles Times
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Mark Z. Barabak @markzbarabak.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Escape from the Palisades: Split-second decision making, confusing responses. Delayed alerts, overwhelmed first responders and inadequate escape routes are all part of the story. Melody Gutierrez, Nathan Fenno, Paige St. John www.latimes.com/california/s...
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Escape from the Palisades: Split-second decision making, confusing responses
A deep analysis of the Palisades fire evacuation paints a chaotic scenario: As the fire roared toward homes, major escape routes were gridlocked before the first evacuation orders were given
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
The All Net Resort and Arena saga — with Jackie Lee Robinson playing the central role — unfolded over more than a decade and spanned the globe, reaching Malaysia and Mexico, Switzerland and Qatar. #longreads www.latimes.com/world-nation...
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An ex-NBA player's plan for a $5-billion Las Vegas arena is an empty pit. What went wrong?
A former NBA player repeatedly promised to build a resort-arena on the Las Vegas Strip. Investors and Nevada officials believed him. Then it all fell apart.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Days after telling investors in a letter that the project had run out of money, Robinson received a $50,000 check from his company developing it. The memo line read, “MERRY CHRISTMAS.” In a deposition, Robinson said the company he formed paid himself and others for work done.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Partial bank records for Robinson’s company developing the arena-resort show monthly payments for his home mortgage in a Las Vegas country club, five- and six-figure wire transfers to his wife and payments to Gucci and Louis Vuitton in Beverly Hills.
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Small-time investors bought into Robinson’s plan. Internal project records list dozens from Southern California, Nevada and beyond. A project attorney said in 2023 that more than $65 million had been raised from “people who believe in this development.”
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Nathan Fenno @nathanfenno.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
In 2022, Robinson told a news conference they had the assets to pay for the multi-billion-dollar arena-resort and bid for an NBA franchise thanks to a former Navy SEAL and California Highway Patrol officer.
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