# James Talarico SLAMS Ken Paxton for taking money from data center companies

> You can start by cracking down on these data centers across the state. This has been the epicenter of this data center fight. And I want you to know that in the U.S.

**By:** John McGillie  
**Published:** October 22, 2026  
**Tags:** Data Centers, James Talarico, Ken Paxton, Midterms, Talafreako, Texas, Texas Politics, Texas Senate Race

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You can start by cracking down on these data centers across the state. This has been the epicenter of this data center fight. And I want you to know that in the U.S.

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**About the author:** John McGillie is a pen name, used for safety after threats of violence. I grew up in Wishek, North Dakota, and moved to Texas 20 years ago. I write about the history, food and back roads I keep finding along the way.

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