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What must get lost in the shuffle, though, is the simple fact that the US has a large, sanctioned domestic industry. If it was seeking to withdraw its commitment due to a strong anti-gambling culture, this would be understandable. However, this is certainly not the case here: it is seeking to withdraw this commitment simply to erect a trade barrier to foreign competition in order to protect and enhance its own, flourishing domestic gambling and betting industry," he added.

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WPT Poker - relaunching soon, only accepting foreign bets

MGM - Planning a relaunch as well, foreign facing only

Also I was recently approached by a famous gentleman who will go unnamed, who will be launching a foreign facing poker room within the year. I was asked to work with him on this project.

There are many more examples of legally operating gambling US enterprises which accept bets from foreign entities only. Additionally horse betting and lotteries occur across and within state lines via wire.

Jay - I like your lawyer's stance... it highlights US trade protectionism at its worst.