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Representative Byron Donalds, a Trump-backed candidate aiming to succeed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has announced a plan to safeguard local water and electricity resources from the demands of data centers. Donalds stated that data centers are 'more than willing' to cover additional costs associated with their operations. The proposal addresses growing concerns about the strain that large-scale data centers, particularly those supporting AI and cloud computing, place on local infrastructure. The plan aims to ensure that Florida's natural resources and utility grids are not overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of these facilities, while still allowing for technological and economic growth. The announcement comes amid a broader national debate over the environmental and infrastructural impact of data centers.
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Trump-Backed Hopeful to Succeed DeSantis Unveils Plan to Protect Local Water, Electricity from Data Centers
Publication Date: July 21, 2026
Source: Fortune Section: North America | Elections
By: Matt Brown and The Associated Press
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Trump-backed Byron Donalds unveils plan to protect Florida water, electricity from data centers