
Tucker Carlson challenges Kevin O'Leary on Utah data center plan
News ClipDeseret News·Box Elder County, UT·5/15/2026
Tucker Carlson interviewed Kevin O'Leary about his proposed massive data center project in western Box Elder County, Utah, challenging him on tax incentives and job creation. The project, which requires significant energy and water, has faced considerable resident opposition despite receiving initial approvals and tax breaks from local government entities. A referendum effort has been filed to challenge the county's decision.
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Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson hosted Canadian businessman Kevin O'Leary on his podcast to discuss O'Leary's controversial plans for a large-scale data center in northern Utah. Carlson questioned O'Leary on the rationale behind Utah taxpayers subsidizing a project for wealthy tech companies, highlighting the