Data Center Pushback: Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller renewed his call for a special legislative session to rein in unchecked data center growth, arguing the projects threaten water, rural communities, and the electric grid—after Gov. Abbott pointed to an East Texas withdrawal as proof his approach is working. AI & Power Debate: A separate report says startups are testing cabinet-sized “mini” data centers that can be installed in homes to cut strain on the grid and reduce noise, highlighting how quickly the industry is adapting to public pressure. SpaceX Milestone: SpaceX launched Starship from Texas for its 13th test flight, deploying 20 Starlink V3 satellites; the spacecraft’s splashdown in the Indian Ocean was described as unusually soft, while the booster’s return hit the Gulf. School Finance Fight: Midland ISD’s lawsuit over Texas’ “Robin Hood” school funding system is headed to court, challenging how recapture limits local tax authority. Consumer Watch: FDA linked a salmonella outbreak to recalled eggs produced in Texas, with nearly 100 illnesses reported across multiple states. Local Business & Safety: A multi-agency probe led to arrests of three Romanian nationals in a Texas skimming scheme targeting retailers’ payment terminals.