Published September 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET · Updated September 28, 2026 at 12:09 PM ET
Data centers boom as neighbors push back
5 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by NBC News. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
Data center construction is booming, drawing opposition from residents and some officials. AI companies and unions have joined forces in a fight over the facilities, and voters in key midterm races say they oppose them even as President Trump pushes for the buildout. A Texas Republican has also sounded the alarm on data centers.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 24 d ago, when NBC News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 5 independent outlets, including 3 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 2 d ago from Rolling Stone.
