Houston's mayor is butting heads with the Texas governor over the city's ICE policies. This isn't just a local squabble; it could set a precedent for how Texas cities and the state handle big, controversial issues going forward.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 7 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
Who knows how much this fight will cost taxpayers, but it's definitely not good for business.
Politicians who thrive on division might see this as a win.
Houston residents and anyone who believes cities should have some say in their own affairs.
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Sid Miller says data centers are the most serious subject in Texas right now and must be immediately addressed.
The money, which amounts to 9% of Hitchcock's annual operating budget, was seized from the city's general fund bank account in June after authorities alleged it was tied to illegal gambling.
Abbott previously outlined a broad regulatory framework around data centers amid backlash from rural communities around their impact on residential neighborhoods.
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