The Verge AIJun 6, 2026, 3:05 PMTerrence O’Brien

Shelbyville mayor says only people in ‘shitty houses’ oppose data center

Original: The mayor of Shelbyville, Indiana, says only people who live in ‘shitty houses’ oppose data center

A $2 billion Indiana data center proposal escalated after Shelbyville’s mayor made a disparaging comment about opponents.

A proposed $2 billion data center in Shelbyville, Indiana, has become a local political flashpoint. The controversy intensified after Mayor Scott Furgeson was caught on camera discussing “No Data Center” signs around town and linking opposition to people living in “shitty houses.” The story highlights how AI infrastructure projects can trigger community backlash, especially when public officials dismiss or insult residents’ concerns.

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