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This article originally appeared on Nevada News and Views and was republished with permission and edited by The Gateway Pundit.

**Texans Question Costs of Rapid Growth as Infrastructure Plans Face Opposition** A recent hearing by the Texas House Committee on State Affairs highlighted growing concerns regarding data centers and proposed high-voltage transmission lines, revealing a disconnect between state leaders’ emphasis on growth and the sacrifices required to sustain it. The issues stem from legislation enacted

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has reversed his previous support for data centers and is now publicly criticizing the industry, sparking condemnation from President Donald Trump and creating political divisions within the state. This change in stance aligns with escalating opposition toward data center development observed across several states. During an interview on ABC News’ This

Industry leaders have warned of “catastrophic” consequences if plans to pause construction of major power lines are implemented. The warning comes after state lawmakers heard concerns regarding the project and its impact on Texans, during hearings held Wednesday. The House Committee on State Affairs addressed the data centers and a proposed 765-kilovolt line at the

A state legal action aimed at capping power auction prices resulted in consumer savings of $13.3 billion during a recent auction, according to officials. The Pennsylvania budget left unresolved issues regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence data centers but advanced transmission line technology and achieved modest progress on other energy matters. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation

Charity report claims UK Government job projections for hyperscale data centres are hugely inflated, warning they deliver far fewer long-term jobs.

Ferguson has delayed a final decision on Project Butterfly, a proposal centered on roughly $1.8 billion in baseline redevelopment of the former Emerson campus that could expand dramatically under broader financing scenarios, intensifying questions about tax breaks, transparency and environmental safeguards. The plan would transform the 217-acre former corporate site on West Florissant into what […]