Gov. Abbott Rebukes Data Centers

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott placed a moratorium on new data center development in Texas earlier this month until state regulators audit proposed sites seeking connection to the electric grid. On ABC’s “This Week,” Abbott said AI data center developers “dug their own grave” by failing to work with local governments before projects advanced. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro launched a website for residents to submit concerns about data center proposals in their communities. Lawmakers in New York and Texas have paused projects, while Pennsylvania has moved toward tighter construction oversight.