Jon Husted spent 6 years courting data centers. Now he tells Ohioans facing higher bills: 'We are the problem.'

News ClipTiffinOhio.net·OH·7/29/2026

Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted, who previously promoted data center development, has stated that data centers are contributing to higher utility bills for Ohio residents. This indicates a shift in perspective from a key state official regarding the impact of the industry on local costs.

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Gov: Ohio State Government, Jon Husted (Lieutenant Governor)
Jon Husted spent 6 years courting data centers. Now he tells Ohioans facing higher bills: 'We are the problem.'  TiffinOhio.net