Investigation Launched into Alleged Fraudulent Comments on Project Jupiter Permit

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The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is investigating claims of fraudulent public comments submitted during the review of an air quality permit for the Project Jupiter data center in Doña Ana County. Allegations have surfaced that individuals, including elected officials, had comments submitted in their names without consent. The permit application, which was deemed complete in June, proposed using Bloom Energy fuel cell technology to lower emissions. NMDOJ has reached out to the New Mexico Environment Department for cooperation in reviewing the comments. Attorney General Raúl Torrez emphasized the importance of authentic public input in government processes and stated that any manipulation would be thoroughly investigated.
Key Details: • Public comment review period closed on Monday. • Individuals can report fraudulent submissions to NMDOJ at 505-490-4060. • Oracle claims to be reviewing the authenticity of the comments submitted.