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Jocelyn Benson

Democrat · MI Governor MIXED RECORD
Outside AI PAC Money: $23.1K

Position on Hyperscale Data Centers

Benson calls for pausing projects until enforceable water and energy guardrails are put in place, while facing scrutiny over her husband's past development role with Related Companies. Her committee took $23,150 from Oracle/Nvidia executives.

Verified Quotes & Evidence

"Data centers can only come to Michigan if they follow our rules. We should welcome innovation and jobs, but we must do so transparently, without allowing companies to harm our environment, abuse our water, or drive up energy costs."
Date: 2026-10-03
→ Source: Freep