Ohio Governor Race Over Data Centers | Cleveland News

Ohio’s governor race is boiling over as candidates clash over the future of data centers—massive, fast-growing facilities that could reshape the state’s economy. Democrat Dr. Amy Acton wants a conditional pause: new centers must meet strict standards on cost, labor, environment, and community benefits or they won’t be approved. Her plan gains support from groups like Innovation Ohio. Republican Vivek Ramaswamy offers a three-part deal: free electricity, tax breaks, and environmental compliance for communities hosting centers—but critics call it unrealistic and question his ties to the industry. With over 200 data centers already in Ohio—and no state law yet—grassroots efforts are pushing to ban new ones entirely. The next governor will have ultimate power to shape this tech-driven debate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/db8efb69e10e1a01