Democrat Brian Miller makes data centers focus of eastern congressional district campaign
Democratic congressional candidate Brian Miller is making data centers a central issue in his campaign for Montana's eastern congressional district. He says residents need more control over data center development and discusses efforts to require voter approval for such projects.
Brian Miller, a Democratic candidate for Montana's 2nd Congressional District, is campaigning on concerns about data center development. The Helena attorney says conversations with residents have convinced him that data centers should be a major public issue and that local communities should have greater control over proposed facilities.
Miller's campaign comes as Montana debates how data centers could affect rural communities and local decision-making. He supports efforts to require voter approval for certain developments, framing the issue as a way to give residents a direct voice, while analysts assess whether the topic could help Democrats appeal to voters in the predominantly rural district.