Greg Abbott & Sidney Miller

Greg Abbott: Greg Abbott, the Governor of United States — Texas, is the central figure in this event, proposing a ban on AI data centers in rural United States — Texas and outlining new regulatory requirements for data center development. His stance has shifted from previously supporting the industry to now advocating for stricter controls due to public opposition.

Sidney Miller: Sidney Miller, the United States — Texas Agriculture Commissioner, has called for a moratorium on data centers, aligning with the growing public and political sentiment against their unchecked expansion.

Sidney Miller: Sidney Miller, the United States — Texas Agriculture Commissioner, highlighted the severe economic and environmental risks posed by the Cochliomyia and the pre-emptive nature of the disaster declaration.