Monday, October 27, 2025

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.
On today’s edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses the federal investigation that led to major arrests in an illegal gambling scheme involving the NBA and organized crime, why we are so interested in organized crime, and the heist at the Louvre.
Part I (00:14 – 16:07)
Gambling, Organized Crime, and the NBA: Federal Investigation Leads to Major Arrests in Illegal Gambling Scheme

• NBA Head Coach Charged in Illegal Poker Scheme Tied to Organized Crime by The Wall Street Journal (Jared Diamond, Louise Radnofsky, and Robert O’Connell)
• Legalize and Regulate Sports Betting by The New York Times (Adam Silver)

Part II (16:07 – 21:15)
The Drama of Crime in America: Why Does Organized Crime Exist, and Why Are We So Interested In It?
Part III (21:15 – 25:36)
The Heist at the Louvre: This is a Huge Embarrassment for France
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