Donalds heralds his Florida affordability plan at Lakeland stop
Florida gubernatorial candidate Bryan Donalds outlined his platform in Lakeland, focusing on affordability, insurance reform, and cutting building permit red tape. He also addressed data centers, stating they should not be in residential or conservation areas nor increase utility rates, but acknowledged their importance for the state's future technology.
Bryan Donalds, a Republican gubernatorial candidate endorsed by former President Trump, addressed approximately 100 supporters in Lakeland, Florida. Donalds, a three-term Congressman, focused on his platform of making Florida more affordable, which includes reforms to insurance and healthcare to reduce costs for residents.
He also advocated for cutting "red tape" in state building regulations, particularly after hurricanes, suggesting automatic permits for home repairs. Regarding data centers, Donalds expressed a balanced view. He stated that data centers should not be located in residential neighborhoods or conservation areas, nor should they lead to increased energy or water rates for local constituents. However, he also emphasized the necessity of finding suitable locations within Florida for data centers, citing their crucial role in supporting the state's future technological advancements, especially in advanced AI.