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Josh Shapiro Says “Hell No” to Data Centers — The Developer Responds
Josh Shapiro Says “Hell No” to Data Centers — The Developer Responds
Data centers are becoming one of America’s hottest political fights. Michael talks with Pennsylvania developer Brian O’Neill, who is seeking to build $18 billion worth of data center projects, about Governor Josh Shapiro’s opposition, concerns over power, water, jobs and local communities — and whether resistance to new development could cost the U.S. the AI race against China. Then, listeners from across the country weigh in. Original air date 1 September 2026.