Trump calls Texas’ data center opposition a “mistake”

Texas data center growth fuels the AI boom but triggers community opposition and political debate. While Governor Greg Abbott issued a statewide pause on approvals, Trump called this opposition a mistake. Lawmakers face pressure to reduce billions in tax incentives despite economic benefits. Meanwhile, lenders are scrutinizing financing as resistance grows, though BlackRock has secured long-term financing for Meta’s Texas data center, showcasing innovative strategies for managing capital-intensive infrastructure projects amidst the current regulatory uncertainty.