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Data Centers Fuel Wisconsin 3rd District Election Fight

Data center development has become a central issue in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District election, with candidates attacking each other over industry ties and policies. This political debate mirrors strong local opposition, notably in Menomonie, where a $1.6 billion data center project was blocked by the city council following public outcry. Nationwide, governments are reconsidering tax incentives for data centers amid growing public scrutiny.