Residents protest data centers outside Michigan Capitol as debates rage on

Residents protest data centers outside Michigan Capitol as debates rage on

News ClipWILX·Lansing, Ingham County, MI·12/16/2025

Residents in Michigan are protesting the development of data centers in their communities, citing concerns over environmental impact, water usage, and backroom deals. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel spoke at a rally called "Michiganders Against Data Centers" outside the Michigan State Capitol, questioning the trust in utility company DTE. Local municipalities like Lansing, Howell Township, and Saline Township are facing pushback from residents over data center plans.

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Gov: Michigan Attorney General, Lansing, Howell Township, Saline Township
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Community members and civic leaders gathered at the Michigan State Capitol on Tuesday to speak out against data center development in the state. One of the speakers, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, took the podium first. One question she asked the crowd, “Do you guys