U.S. Rep. Leger Fernández calls for ‘pause’ on data centers in New Mexico, as Oracle stock falls
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández has called for a pause on new data center developments in New Mexico, proposing new standards for approval. The call comes amid fluctuations in Oracle stock.
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) on Thursday issued a call for a “pause” on data centers in New Mexico, and released a set of standards she said such developments should meet before receiving approval. Her announcement came as Oracle stock dropped amid reports it seeks to limit liability on Project Jupiter.
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