Midterms 2026: In the face of distrust towards AI, even Texas Republicans must give ground

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data centers, emphasizing that they must cover their costs and protect resources. This marks a significant shift from the state's previous ambitions to attract data centers, highlighted by a $40 billion investment plan from Google. Abbott had previously touted Texas as a hub for AI development, but the new restrictions come amid concerns over energy consumption and resource management.