Streamer Asmongold Reaches Out to Texas Senator Ted Cruz about Gaming Microtransactions
Popular OTK streamer Asmongold has recently contacted Texas Senator Ted Cruz to express his concerns regarding microtransactions in gaming and their association with gambling. During a stream on his alternate channel, Asmongold revealed that he has made contact with Cruz’s office, although he is uncertain of the potential outcomes.
Pushing for Change in Gaming Systems
Asmongold believes that labeling gaming features like microtransactions and loot boxes as forms of gambling could garner support from conservative American politicians. He highlighted how Missouri Senator Josh Hawley introduced a bill in May 2019 to regulate loot boxes and microtransactions in games. Asmongold stated his intentionality in rallying religious Republican people behind this cause, emphasizing the impact these systems have on children and their susceptibility to gambling influences.
Cruz’s Involvement in Online Poker
It is worth noting that Cruz’s involvement in a charity poker game alongside internet personalities like Alexandra Botez and MrBeast recently surfaced online, showing his interest in the world of gaming and gambling to some extent. Asmongold likely reached out to Cruz as he is a senator from Asmongold’s home state of Texas. Previously, Asmongold discussed Cruz’s stance on gun control following a shooting incident in Uvalde, Texas.