Indianapolis Council Member's Home Targeted Amid Data Center Controversy
Ron Gibson, an Indianapolis city council member, experienced a shooting at his home, accompanied by a note opposing data centers. This incident follows Gibson's support for a contentious plan to build a data center in his district. The attack, which left no injuries, has been described as deeply unsettling by Gibson, who emphasized the threat it posed to his family and neighborhood. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, with assistance from the FBI, is investigating the incident as a targeted attack. The controversy surrounding data centers, which are crucial for AI development, has sparked protests and opposition due to environmental concerns.