Texas Blue Wave Imperils Massive AI Data Center Projects

Democrats swept Texas' Senate, governorship, and House in November midterms, threatening massive AI data center projects. Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa campaigned for a total moratorium, while outgoing Gov. Abbott froze permits in September. Projects like the 6,400-megawatt Nexus Hubbard and 1,820-megawatt Stargate Frontier face delays. Banks are already tightening lending, though local officials and construction unions may resist statewide restrictions.