There is a new twist in the ongoing saga between New York and the Seneca Nation of Indians over a new gambling compact, and it’s a game-changer for both sides.
According to reports Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s husband, Bill Hochul, is resigning from a regional gaming competitor of the Seneca’s later this month, which frees up the governor to insert herself directly into the New York casino negotiations.
Up until now, Bill Hochul’s role as general counsel and senior vice president at Deleware North presented a conflict for the governor, who had to recuse herself from talks with the Seneca Nation. NY and the Nation nearly came to terms earlier this year but the state legislature did not approve the deal before the session ended in June.
