20-year-old Florida man claims $450 million Mega Millions jackpot

TALLAHASSEE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A 20-year-old man from Florida has claimed the $450 million Mega Millions jackpot that was drawn January 5. The man chose the one-time, lump-sum of $281,874,999.

When asked what he was going to do with the money the man said, "I'm only 20, but I hope to use it to pursue a variety of passions, help my family, and do some good for humanity." 

He said he wasn't surprised that he won and believes in the power of a positive mindset. He had a "feeling" he might win.

The winner called his brother on the night that he won and then told his dad over coffee the next morning.

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