Poker pro Wade Townsend posted a video Friday evening to offer his thoughts on what is transpiring with the Austin, Texas area poker room The Lodge. It was raided during the early morning hours Tuesday and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) has since confirmed the investigation involves allegations of money laundering.
Poker pro Doug Polk is a co-owner in the venue.
He calls the TABC action a “witch hunt” and insisted Wednesday member funds would be safe during the time the card room remains shuttered. As of Friday evening, Polk is yet to issue a public statement beyond saying he was still waiting on additional information…