A push by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to crack down on ballot initiatives could have unforeseen consequences for the business interests of his state’s most prominent resident: President Donald Trump.
DeSantis, a Republican, has proposed a sweeping overhaul of citizen-led amendments to the state constitution — including new restrictions that opponents say would render it nearly impossible for Floridians to force a change in state law through ballot referendums.
If realized, it could complicate Trump’s long-held ambition to establish a casino in the Miami area. That’s because Florida’s constitution says any expansion of gambling requires voter approval through a constitutional amendment initiated by citizens.
