“Security Protocols” Delay Record Powerball Drawing

CNN reports:

Powerball players should hold on to their tickets through Tuesday morning, when the winning numbers for the largest lottery jackpot ever are expected to be announced after Monday night’s drawing was delayed, the Multi-State Lottery Association said.

The delay was initially caused by one participating lottery that needed extra time to complete required security protocols, the California Lottery said.

Later, the Multi-State Lottery Association released a statement explaining that one participating lottery needed more time to process its sales and play data. The organization explained that all 48 participating lotteries are required to submit their sales and plays before the winning numbers can be selected.

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Here’s the announcement that came at 11pm ET, that said the $1.9 BILLION #Powerball jackpot drawing had been delayed due to technical difficulties. pic.twitter.com/gtkuYaSgOy

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