AI Data Center Sparks Mayoral Shakeup in Independence
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Independences mayoral election saw a record-breaking turnout, driven by voter outrage over a proposed AI data center. The project, backed by a Dutch company, received a 90% tax abatement, sparking a heated debate. New mayor Kevin King, who supported the center but criticized its secretive rollout, won the election. Opposition candidates, who opposed the data center, swept the at-large council seats. The election results signal a clear stance against the project, with King promising improved transparency.
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