G2E: Let’s make a deal! Minnesota stakeholders have ‘framework,’ but politics still in play
Politics tamfitronics Buried under the news that California tribes could bring a sports betting initiative as soon as 2026 is this: Minnesota's stakeholders have brokered a deal. Minnesota Indian Gaming Association (MIGA) executive director Andy Platto was among the panelists who joined California Nations Indian Chairman James Siva Tuesday (8 October) on a Global Gaming Expo (G2E) panel titled ‘Tribal Sovereignty and Sports Betting: A Delicate Balance’. Minnesota lawmakers have been trying for multiple sessions to legalise retail and digital sports betting. It never got a vote this year, but did get through the house in 2022. Platto, who heads up the state’s tribal alliance, has been the face and voice of Indian Country. Over time, that has meant managing relationships with charitable gaming folks, horse racetracks and more recently, professional sports teams. The tribes...