Michigan township treasurer resigns, citing death threats over data center

News Clip1:19CBS Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI·5/15/2026

A treasurer for Saline Township, Michigan, has resigned from her position, citing numerous death threats received over a data center development. Other city officials have also reported receiving threats via email and phone calls related to the project.

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A Saline Township treasurer announced that she was resigning from her position after she says she received numerous death threats over the development of a data center. Other city officials say the threats have come through emails and phone calls. For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com