Building of a casino in Maryland sparks debates

The idea of building a high-end casino in Maryland has sparked debate among the states residents and government officials. County executive Rashan Baker in Prince George’s County, Maryland says he wants to see a billion dollar casino on the banks of the Potomac River arguing that this high-end gaming destination at National Harbor, which is a waterfront resort destination, could spark economic development and generate much needed tax revenue. We are joined on the line to talk more about the implications of building a casino in the D.C. area by Robert McCartney, Metropolitan Affairs Columnist for the Washington Post, and Jolene Ivey, Maryland State Delegate.