Second Reading: Suddenly...Data Centers!

James Henson and Joshua Blank sort through the policy and political dimensions of Gov. Abbott's signaling on data centers, and the short- and long-term implications of the Governor's attempt to lead on an issue that involves multiple stakeholders in Texas. . (And yes, we know the emergence of the issue is not *really* sudden - JH)

References in the pod

Renzo Downey, "Texas Republicans open state convention projecting unity after years of infighting," The Texas Tribune 11 June 2026

Gov. Abbott letter to PUC Chairman Gleeson & ERCOT CEO Vegas (pdf)

Speaker Burrows X post in response to Governor's letter

Thank you @GovAbbottPress for pushing for needed accountability and reform. I look forward to working with you on this next session. https://t.co/1t6YX5xN48

— Dustin Burrows (@Burrows4TX) June 10, 2026

2026 Texas Lyceum Poll