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How Data Center Opposition Shaped the 2026 Midterms

Opposition to data center projects became an issue in the 2026 midterm elections, according to this report. Puck artificial intelligence correspondent Ian Krietzberg examines how local concerns about development may have influenced voter choices and election outcomes.
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