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Nebius Tax Breaks Trigger Recall

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Independence, Missouri, voters recalled Councilman John Perkins after his support for more than $6 billion in tax breaks for Nebius’s proposed AI data center complex.

The project has drawn concerns about electricity prices, water quality, environmental risks, and limited public engagement, despite promised construction and permanent jobs. The vote shows how large data center incentives can become a direct local political liability.

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The New York Times
Data Center Backlash Fuels Local Recall Elections
Independence, Missouri, voters will decide on September 1 whether to recall Councilman John Perkins over his support for Nebius's data center tax incentives.
8/19/2026 • Community & Local Opposition • General
NBC News
Missouri Voters Recall Councilman Over Nebius AI Data Center
Independence, Missouri, voters recalled Councilmember John Perkins on Tuesday after his support for tax breaks benefiting Nebius's proposed artificial intelligence data center.
9/2/2026 • Community & Local Opposition • General
The New York Times
Independence Voters Recall Councilman Over Nebius Data Center
Independence, Missouri, voters supported recalling City Council member John Perkins on Tuesday after Perkins backed more than $6 billion in tax breaks for Nebius's proposed data-center project.
9/2/2026 • Community & Local Opposition • General