Powerball: Oregon player wins $1.33 billion. The lucky winner can choose between receiving $1,33 billion over 29 years or a one-time, immediate payment of $621.1 million.
No player had won the jackpot since January 1, i.e. 41 consecutive draws. This is the second time in less than two weeks that an American has become a billionaire thanks to the lottery. On March 26, a man from New Jersey won $1,.13 billion in the Mega Millions.