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Boycott pressure hits Utah nursery tied to MIDA role over data center plan
local-politics26 days ago

Boycott pressure hits Utah nursery tied to MIDA role over data center plan

Calls to boycott Layton's J&J Nursery have emerged after owner and state Sen. Jerry Stevenson, who sits on the Military Installation Development Authority board, helped approve a hyperscale data center project near Box Elder County. Stevenson declined comment; the nursery asks that supporters direct criticism at the decision-makers, not its employees.

Controversy Surrounds Senator Mike Lee's Social Media Posts and Responses
politics11 months ago

Controversy Surrounds Senator Mike Lee's Social Media Posts and Responses

Sen. Mike Lee faced backlash for posting conspiracy theories and inflammatory content on social media, which has sparked calls for accountability from Utah Democrats and increased opposition efforts, though his strong Republican base and Utah's political landscape make his vulnerability limited. Democrats are strategizing to challenge him in future elections, but the state's deep Republican lean and historical voting patterns pose significant hurdles.