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The data-center backlash is so fierce that Republican candidates are willing to cross Trump

The data-center backlash is so fierce that Republican candidates are willing to cross Trump
MarketWatch Wednesday 16 September 2026, 12:54 UTC By Victor Reklaitis 1 min read
Key Points

President Trump has been a vocal supporter of data centers, but GOP candidates in tight midterm races are increasingly taking a different tack.

President Trump has been a vocal supporter of data centers, but GOP candidates in tight midterm races are increasingly taking a different tack. [Image text:] NO DATA CENT
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