You don't even have to be a U.S. citizen to play and win the Powerball.On the other hand, if you are not a U.S. citizen and you win a substantial jackpot, the IRS deducts a flat rate of 30% from your winnings.
After no one particular claimed the lottery jackpot on Saturday evening, the $500 million winnings have climbed even greater.
To account for inflation, every single payment is five% larger than the prior.