Mega Millions Jackpot Crosses $600 Million—Here’s What The Winner Could Take Home
This is the first 2026 lottery prize to cross the $600 million mark, after eclipsing the $533 million Mega Millions jackpot won in March.
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BreakingBusinessMega Millions Jackpot Crosses $600 Million—Here’s What The Winner Could Take HomeBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorJul 08, 2026, 01:54am EDTJul 08, 2026, 01:55am EDTToplineThe Mega Millions jackpot climbed to $604 million—the biggest lottery prize of the year so far—after no tickets matched all six numbers drawn on Tuesday night, although the eventual winner will take home a much smaller payout after taxes and deductions.The Mega Millions jackpot soared past $600 million, making it the biggest lottery prize of 2026 so far.AFP via Getty ImagesKey FactsThe six numbers drawn on Tuesday night were 2, 31, 35, 36, 63 and Mega Ball 12.If a winner emerges in the next draw, they will get to choose between taking…
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