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Gov. Crist advisors, Seminole Tribe in talks

FLORIDA -- As reported by the South Florida Sun-Sentinel: "Gov. Charlie Crist's top advisers met Monday with representatives of the Seminole Tribe to discuss what comes next after the Florida Supreme Court's decision that Crist had no authority to allow blackjack and table games at tribal casinos.

"Crist said his office is weighing his response to the ruling — which could include trying to appeal the case to the U.S. Supreme Court. Crist negotiated an agreement with the Seminoles that gave them Las Vegas-style slots and blackjack in exchange for at least $100 million a year for the state.

"The Florida Supreme Court ruled last week that Crist didn't have the right to allow the tribe to operate blackjack and other table games, which are illegal under Florida law. The decision has created a swirl of uncertainty, with the tribe maintaining it has federal approval to continue offering the table games it debuted June 22 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood.

"...The question of which games the Seminoles could offer will be resolved in one of two ways: through the courts or by negotiating a new deal that is approved by the state Legislature..."

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