Box Elder County delays vote on hyperscale data center, under pressure from protesters and Utah leaders

The Box Elder County Commission recently delayed a crucial vote on a hyperscale data center project proposed for Brigham City, Utah. This postponement occurred under significant pressure from local protesters and state leaders. Approximately 80 individuals, some carrying signs with messages such as “Where’s the research,” “People before profits,” and “Say no to data center,” packed a Monday morning meeting of the Commission. The project is associated with MIDA and Kevin O'Leary. The public turnout and evident opposition prompted the county officials to defer their decision, indicating ongoing community and governmental concerns regarding the development.