The historic Seminole Council Oak Tree in Hollywood, Florida. Photo by Pietro
The Seminole Tribe of Florida has a new leader. Marcellus W. Osceola Jr., won a special election on Monday with 319 votes, according to news reports. James "Jim" Billie, who was removed from office in late September amid allegations of wrongdoing, came in second with 297 votes. Osceola is expected to serve out the remainder of Billie's term, which is due to run until May 2019, WPLG reported. Read More on the Story:
Marcellus Osceola Jr. elected chairman of Seminole Tribe of Florida (WPLG 11/1)
In precarious position, Seminole Tribe picks new leader (Florida Politics 11/1)
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