Raffensperger brings gubernatorial campaign to Augusta, addresses data center concerns

Georgia Secretary of State and Republican gubernatorial candidate Brad Raffensperger visited Augusta, addressing a range of topics including concerns related to data centers. Raffensperger emphasized that local governments should have the authority to make decisions regarding data center developments. He articulated a key concern that taxpayers should not be burdened with the costs of associated power infrastructure, such as new power plants, especially if a data center project ultimately fails or does not pan out as expected. He questioned who would be responsible for funding any excess power capacity in such scenarios, asserting that taxpayers should not be "stuck with that" financial responsibility.