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Data centers reshape Pennsylvania midterm races

Candidates in at least 20 competitive legislative races are staking positions on data centers, and Gov. Josh Shapiro has shifted to a tougher approach.

Published Aug 24, 2026, 10:49 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Data centers are emerging as a defining issue across Pennsylvania’s midterm contests, with candidates in at least 20 competitive legislative races taking positions on the industry. Gov. Josh Shapiro has pivoted to a tougher stance on data centers, underscoring the topic’s growing political weight.