Texas poll shows solid bipartisan opposition to data centers

Texas poll shows solid bipartisan opposition to data centers

News ClipThe Washington Post·TX·8/26/2026

A new poll by the University of Texas/Texas Politics Project reveals that 57% of Texas voters oppose having data centers in their communities. This growing bipartisan opposition is reportedly impacting important political races across the state.

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A recent poll conducted by the University of Texas/Texas Politics Project reveals strong, bipartisan opposition to data centers across Texas. Released on Tuesday, the survey indicates that 57 percent of Texas voters expressed a desire not to have these facilities in their local communities.

This growing public sentiment is reportedly beginning to influence key political races within the state, suggesting a significant backlash against data center development.