WASHINGTON — Early signs suggest MGM National Harbor will be a success. But, a casino wasn’t the only choice for a top-of-the-hill National Habor location along the Potomac River.
A wild ride to the top of a hill convinced the chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International to take a chance on Prince George’s County, Maryland. Hear CEO Jim Murren tell the story:
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Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect the casino wasn’t the only choice for the area.
