Petition targets city officials over AI data center project in Florida

News Clip2:33FOX 13 Tampa Bay·Fort Meade, Polk County, FL·6/24/2026

A political battle is escalating in Fort Meade, Florida, as a local watchdog group has initiated a recall petition against three city officials. This action follows the controversial approval of a major artificial intelligence data center project. The group alleges that the officials compromised public trust and failed to prioritize the concerns of local residents.

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Gov: Fort Meade City Council, Polk County
A political battle is heating up in Polk County as a local watchdog group seeks to oust three city leaders following the controversial approval of a massive artificial intelligence data center. The group accuses the officials of compromising public trust and failing to prioritize residents. More: https://www.fox13news.com/news/grassroots-group-launches-fort-meade-recall-petition-targeting-3-city-officials-over-ai-data-center-project