Amazon's data center retreat shows why state races may decide the AI economy
Local officials control data center approvals, so midterm races for governor and county boards could matter more than the House or Senate for AI investment.

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Local officials control data center approvals, so midterm races for governor and county boards could matter more than the House or Senate for AI investment.
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