# Republicans Scramble to Oppose Data Centers

> Source: <https://politicalwire.com/2026/09/03/republicans-scramble-to-oppose-data-centers/>
> Published: 2026-09-03 12:58:00+00:00

[Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/texas-republicans-turn-against-data-centers-putting-big-tech-notice-2026-09-03/): “Across the country, as Democrats ride a wave of local opposition to data centers ahead of the November elections, Republicans are increasingly breaking from U.S. President Donald Trump’s pro-AI agenda.”

“Republican candidates in at least five states – including Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania – have recently adopted tougher rhetoric on data centers or proposed restrictions on their development, creating a new fault line within the party.”