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Trump Warns Texas Data Center Pushback Is A ‘Mistake,’ Says Industry Could Eclipse Oil
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· August 8, 2026
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A warning has been issued regarding pushback against data centers in Texas. This warning comes from a notable figure who believes that resisting the growth of this industry would be a mistake. Further details on this matter are available from the Dallas Express.
The warning suggests that the data center industry has significant potential for growth in Texas. The source of the warning also mentions a comparison between the data center industry and the oil industry, implying that the former could surpass the latter in importance. For more information, readers can refer to the Dallas Express.
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Category: local Published: August 8, 2026 Source: Dallas Express Reading time: 1 min
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