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The Mega Millions jackpot is projected to reach an estimated $1.55 billion for its next drawing on Tuesday, the lottery’s largest prize ever—though the winner could receive less than one-third of that amount after paying required taxes.
Key Facts
The winner—facing odds of 1 in 302.6 million—can receive the $1.55 billion over 30 annual payments or as an up-front lump sum of $757.2 million.
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