As a backlash grows over data centers, more local officials are facing recall elections for their support of the computing sites.

In several states, voters have taken to the ballot box to try to ousting officials who backed data center projects, arguing these facilities strain local resources and raise electricity costs.

The trend reflects growing public frustration with the rapid expansion of data infrastructure, which many residents say was pushed through without adequate community input.

Supporters of the data centers argue the facilities bring jobs and tax revenue, but opponents claim the environmental impact and noise pollution outweigh the benefits.

Recall efforts have gained traction in Texas, Ohio, and Northern Virginia, where local leaders who approved large-scale data center developments are now facing mounting pressure from constituents.