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Florida Republicans Pave the Way for Trump to Obtain Casino License

Florida Republicans Pave the Way for Trump to Obtain Casino License:  After a controversial deal was negotiated by close Trump ally Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.), Florida legislators have approved a legislative package that will dramatically expand gambling in the state as well as set the stage for former President Donald Trump to pursue a casino license for his ailing Doral Golf Resort .   The deal and legislation also include language that bars the Seminole Tribe from ever opposing a casino at the former President’s Doral resort. Perfect idea, given that the Trump family has such a flawless record managing casinos.  Leave it to Florida to bend all the rules, just to allow the Trumps to bankrupt another gambling hall.  Seems that in DeSantis’ Florida, all you have to do is “grease some palms” and you’ll get whatever you want.  And, as we all know, Florida is well known for its “palms.”  Hell, and while you're at it, why not really show your appreciation, an...