# Abbott Shifts Stance on Texas Data Centers | El Paso News

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Podcast: [El Paso News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/el-paso-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476707)
Published: 2026-07-03T12:18:49+00:00
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## Resource

Governor Greg Abbott is pivoting on data centers, now calling for limits—especially banning new builds in rural areas—after previously championing Texas as a top AI hub. His shift follows a June letter to ERCOT demanding greener, community-friendly practices, including self-funded infrastructure and water reuse. Public opinion, with most Texans opposing local data center projects, appears to be driving the change. Meanwhile, Meta’s massive El Paso expansion faces backlash, even from the city’s own power provider, highlighting growing tensions over energy demands and community impact. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7c62bc291a742d3f

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