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Data centers are a political third rail. West Virginia is grabbing it anyway.

Data centers are a political third rail. West Virginia is grabbing it anyway.
MarketWatch Friday 30 October 2026, 15:14 UTC By Claudia Assis 1 min read
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West Virginia wants more data centers, even as other states slam the brakes on them.

West Virginia wants more data centers, even as other states slam the brakes on them. [Image text:] Welcome:to WEST VIRGINIA Wild and Wonderful
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