Hut 8 Entity Donates to Louisiana PAC in June 2026
US Data Mining Group Inc. made a $25,000 contribution to a PAC linked to Governor Jeff Landry.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Data Centers
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US Data Mining Group Inc., an entity that merged with Hut 8 in 2023, donated $25,000 to Cajun PAC II on June 24, 2026. This contribution occurred during a month in which the political action committee raised $377,500 and spent $209,578.
Why it matters
The donation involves interests behind a major $10 billion data center project in West Feliciana Parish. While the project was announced in December 2025, Governor Jeff Landry stated in August 2026 that he was unaware of the Hut 8 development.
The $10 billion River Bend data center project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. American Bitcoin Inc., a subsidiary of Hut 8, holds an 80% stake in the venture, with Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. holding the remaining 20%.
The players
Jeff Landry
Jeff Landry is the Governor of Louisiana who serves as a central figure in state economic development policy.
Hut 8
Hut 8 is a data center and technology company that operates digital infrastructure and cryptocurrency mining assets.
Eric Trump
Eric Trump is an American businessman and executive vice president of The Trump Organization.
Donald Trump Jr.
Donald Trump Jr. is a businessman and an executive vice president of The Trump Organization.
The details
US Data Mining Group Inc. shares a Miami address with American Bitcoin Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hut 8. The donation preceded the ground-breaking of a data center site in West Feliciana Parish by three months.
Timeline
In 2023, US Data Mining Group Inc. merged with Hut 8.
In December 2025, Louisiana Economic Development announced the $10 billion project.
In June 2026, Cajun PAC II raised $377,500 and spent $209,578.
On June 24, 2026, US Data Mining Group Inc. donated $25,000.
In August 2026, Governor Landry denied knowledge of the data center project.
The Tech Race
The expansion of data centers in Louisiana reflects a broader national trend of corporations seeking large-scale infrastructure for digital and mining operations. This move positions the state as a growing hub for high-capacity technology projects that compete with established tech centers.
The multi-billion dollar project in West Feliciana Parish may alter local tax bases and infrastructure requirements for the community. Residents should monitor local planning board meetings to understand the long-term changes to their area's utility load and land usage.
The takeaway
This donation highlights the complex intersection of corporate political activity and large-scale industrial projects. Readers should track the future of the West Feliciana Parish project to see how its development aligns with public disclosures from state leadership.
Further reading
For additional context on the infrastructure developments in the state, visit the Louisiana Data Centers section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBRZ.
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