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Governors' races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
Governors are imposing moratoriums, permit delays and new standards as residents object to noise, water use and higher electricity bills.
- On Tuesday, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced his administration will restrict data center permits and tax exemptions unless projects pay full electricity costs, limit water use, and conduct community outreach.
- Growing public backlash against energy-hungry data centers is enveloping gubernatorial races as communities across Pennsylvania revolt against proposed developments, increasing pressure on Shapiro from Republican opponent Stacy Garrity.
- Across the nation, governors are tightening restrictions; Arizona enacted a three-year sales tax moratorium, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul ordered a one-year ban on large centers, and Illinois Gov. Pritzker halted new exemptions.
- In Texas, Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa released a TV ad Tuesday accusing Republican Gov. Greg Abbott of "selling you out" to executives, prompting Abbott to order regulators to hold up projects.
- As potential 2028 White House hopefuls elevate their criticism, Wisconsin's David Crowley faces attacks from U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany for his nuanced approach allowing local veto authority while supporting data center economic benefits.
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Governors' races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
More governors are shifting their stances or taking more steps to squeeze data centers, as the midterm elections near and public opinion sours on the energy-hungry behemoths.
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Leaning Left7Leaning Right0Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution64% Left
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