Backlash to data centers could cost GOP a Senate seat in Ohio, Republicans warn
Summary
In Ohio’s Senate race, data centers have become a major issue influencing voters. Republicans warn that opposition to data centers could cause them to lose Senator Jon Husted’s seat to Democrat Sherrod Brown. Data centers use a lot of power and resources, and their tax breaks have sparked debate in the state.Key Facts
- Ohio has over 200 data centers, ranking fifth in the U.S.
- Senator Jon Husted and former Senator Sherrod Brown are in a close Senate race.
- Brown opposes data centers and links Husted to tax breaks for these facilities.
- Governor Mike DeWine paused new tax exemptions for data centers in May 2026.
- Husted proposed rules to require data centers to cover their own energy and infrastructure costs.
- Data centers use large amounts of land, water, and electricity but create few long-term jobs.
- The Republican campaign committee says data centers are the biggest challenge for Husted’s reelection.
- President Donald Trump supports data centers and suggests local leaders should promote them more positively.
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