Doña Ana County Meeting Leads to Arrests Amid Project Jupiter Protests
During a public meeting on the proposed Project Jupiter data center in southern New Mexico, three demonstrators were arrested following disruptions. The arrests occurred at the Doña Ana County Commission meeting, where tensions were high due to concerns over the environmental impact of the data center. The individuals arrested were Orin Parnell, Abegail Salugsagan, and Kiki Garden, who were accused of interrupting the meeting. The meeting was temporarily halted as commissioners requested the removal of disruptive individuals. The situation escalated during a break, leading to a scuffle between police and protesters. Critics of the project argue that it poses environmental risks, while supporters claim it will boost the economy by creating high-paying jobs.