Republican U.S. Senate Candidate Mike Rogers Calls for One-Year Data Center Moratorium in Michigan
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers has publicly called for a one-year moratorium on new data center developments in Michigan. Rogers stated that while he does not support a federal ban, Michigan requires stronger guardrails to protect community control, prevent utility price hikes, safeguard water resources, and stop 'pay-to-play' schemes. His proposal aims to establish a fair and transparent approval process that prioritizes local communities before any new data centers are built. This stance comes amidst growing public resistance to large data center projects and their associated demands for electricity and land. Rogers' announcement was made at an event where he highlighted support from Democrats, including State Rep. Karen Whitsett, who criticized the 'Medicare for All' stance of Rogers' Democratic opponent, Abdul El-Sayed. This position contrasts with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, who recently warned against a federal moratorium on data centers, citing the U.S.'s competition with China in... 
