August 17, 2026

It's a Numbers Game: Greg Abbott Hits the Brakes on AI Data Centers as Republican Backlash Grows

AI data centers are facing growing political backlash—and the fight is spreading deep into Republican territory. On this episode of It’s a Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky breaks down the changing politics surrounding AI data centers as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott moves to scrutinize new projects amid concerns over electricity demand, water usage, tax incentives, noise, infrastructure, and the impact on local communities.

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