Immigration, Energy, and the Future of Data Centers

3/16/2026 Shows ↗ (Jump To Original Content)

Scott welcomes John Hinderaker, President of the Center of the American Experiment, to break down the political and public safety challenges tied to illegal immigration and enforcement policies in the region. Together, they discuss how Minnesota’s leadership and policies are shaping the immigration debate and why the issue continues to spark strong reactions across the Midwest.

Later in the show, Scott shifts the conversation to the rapidly expanding world of artificial intelligence and the infrastructure needed to support it. Wes Cummins, Chairman and CEO of Applied Digital, joins the program to explain the powerful economic potential of data centers. Cummins outlines how these massive technology hubs can bring investment, jobs, and energy development to communities while powering the AI revolution. The discussion highlights how states like North Dakota could benefit from the growth of data centers and why reliable energy and strong infrastructure are key to the future of digital innovation.

illegal immigration

ICE enforcement

Minnesota immigration policy

John Hinderaker

Center of the American Experiment

data centers

artificial intelligence infrastructure

Wes Cummins

Applied Digital

North Dakota energy economy

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