Texas GOP Flips on Data Centers; Trump AI Agenda Faces State Pushback

Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who previously championed AI development, now backs new data center restrictions amid re-election pressure. Republican candidates in at least five states, including Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, are distancing from Trump's pro-AI stance, signaling a political shift ahead of November elections. This marks a notable reversal from the GOP's recent pro-tech posture, driven by local concerns over energy and infrastructure.