Paxton Targets Data Centers in Senate Race | US News

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is turning data centers into a centerpiece of his Senate campaign, vowing to block Chinese tech from powering U.S. facilities and hold developers accountable for AI tools that harm children. He’s also pushing to end state tax breaks for these energy-hungry sites and force them to generate their own power—aligning with Governor Abbott’s rural opposition to new centers. As communities grapple with rising electricity and water demands, Paxton positions himself as the protector of Texas’s grid and neighborhoods. His rival, State Rep. James Talarico, supports tougher regulations too—but highlights Paxton’s pivot from past pro-industry stances. With Election Day just weeks away, this high-stakes race—rarely seen as a toss-up in Texas—is now centered on who gets to control the future of data infrastructure. 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/4b1458ee65f28c71