Memphis City Council Meeting Disrupted Amid Debate Over Data Center Moratorium

News ClipThe Commercial Appeal·Memphis, Shelby County, TN·10/7/2026

A Memphis City Council meeting was shut down after audience members erupted during debate over a proposed data center moratorium. The moratorium vote was postponed, leaving the issue unresolved amid active public opposition.

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Council meeting shut down when audience erupts over after moratorium postponed  The Commercial Appeal