A legislative push to bring a long-sought casino to Miami Beach fell apart again this year despite Gov. Ron DeSantis and his administration urging lawmakers to pass the bill.

The Republican governor could not sway key legislative leaders to sign off on the proposal that had drawn opposition from Miami Beach leaders as well as wealthy South Florida billionaires such as hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin. DeSantis has enjoyed tremendous clout in the GOP-controlled Legislature but some have speculated that he may have less clout now that he’s no longer a presidential candidate.

DeSantis had not been very vocal about his support for the legislation, but House Speaker Paul Renner acknowledged last week t...

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