Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is pushing a new plan that could throw a wrench in Donald Trump’s dream of opening a casino in Miami. The proposal aims to tighten the rules around citizen-led ballot initiatives, making it nearly impossible for voters to push changes to the state constitution. For Trump, this could mean the end of his plans to expand into Florida’s gambling scene.

Here’s the catch: Florida’s constitution says any gambling expansion needs voter approval through a citizen-led amendment. DeSantis’ plan would make it much harder to gather the signatures needed for such initiatives. Instead of using traditional methods like petition drives, supporters would have to individually request forms from local election offices. Violating these rules could even land people in legal trouble.

“It would all but destroy the citizens initiative process in the state of Florida,” said one expert, calling it a near-death blow for voter-led changes. DeSantis argues the move is needed to stop special interests from hijacking the process. But critics see it as a way to consolidate power.

The proposal could also benefit the Seminole Tribe, which controls most gambling operations in Florida. The tribe has backed DeSantis politically, and the new rules could give them a virtual monopoly on casinos and sports betting.

For Trump, this is a big hit. He’s been eyeing a Vegas-style resort in Miami for years, but now the path seems harder than ever. While the Trump Organization hasn’t commented, experts say the plan could slam the door on his ambitions.

The special session to discuss these changes starts this week. Whether lawmakers will back DeSantis’ plan remains uncertain, but one thing’s clear: Florida’s gambling landscape might be in for a shake-up. And for Trump, the stakes just got a lot higher.