Data centers take center stage in Montgomery County executive race

News Clip1:22ABC 7 News - WJLA·Montgomery County, MD·11/2/2026

Data center development has become a major issue in the Montgomery County executive race. The report examines how candidates would manage new facilities and address their potential effects on communities, energy demand and the environment.

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Data center development has become a key issue in the Montgomery County executive race. 7News looks at how candidates say the county should handle the facilities and their potential impact on communities, energy and the environment. _______________ Stay up to date with our social media: 7News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/7NewsDC/ 7News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/7NewsDC 7News on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/7newsdc Subscribe to WJLA on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfIjR00qhYUFkbWIugAAbGg/?sub_confirmation=1 Daily News Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSvyoe-YmPKDGkW96ly8Qt_JR67erE_zt For more information, visit https://wjla.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: newsdesk@wjla.com Call the Newsroom: 703.236.9480 WJLA is the local ABC affiliate for the greater Washington DC area. From our studios in Arlington, VA ABC7 covers national and local news, sports, and weather. #WJLA #DCNews #7NewsDC This video and all Sinclair Broadcast Group content archives of local news and sports coverage are available for your use. For more information contact us at contentsales@sbgtv.com