Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $604 Million—Here’s What The Winner Could Take Home
The post Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $604 Million—Here’s What The Winner Could Take Home appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Topline The 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 Images Key Facts The 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 the $604 million split over 30 annual installments or receiving a one-time lump-sum payout of $266.3 million—the preferred option for most winners. If the cash payout is chosen, the winnings will first drop to around $202.4 million after a mandatory 24% federal withholding is applied. The winner is likely to face a fede