Trump Backs AI Data Centers as Backlash Grows in Swing States
Trump says data centers bring jobs and tax revenue, while a poll found 75% of Americans oppose large projects in their community.
- On Friday, President Donald Trump reiterated support for AI data centers, dismissing local opposition by stating, "You can't fight it" and claiming communities should welcome the facilities.
- Opponents cite strain on local drinking water and power grids, referencing the proposed Project Tango in Palm Beach County, where federal and state officials spent $6bn restoring wetlands.
- A poll released Thursday showed that 75% of Americans are opposed to large data centers in their community, with 61% of those saying they are "strongly" opposed.
- Responding to voter anger, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order this week to block new facilities, while Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directs utilities to protect residents from increased energy demands.
- The 2026 midterms will test whether national security arguments can overcome local pain, with Ballotpedia tracking at least eight data center-related measures on ballots this year.
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Bernie Sanders challenges Trump to ‘lead by example’ with blistering proposal
Despite growing opposition to Big Tech data centers from coast to coast, US President Donald Trump said this week that every community should want one, and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) responded on Friday.“Trump thinks that every community in America should welcome a data center,” said Sanders. “Grea...
Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races
As public pushback to data centers boils over, politicians on both sides of the aisle are racing to distance themselves from the controversial facilities. Key swing state candidates are scrambling to endorse stricter data center policies and accusing their opponents of being too cozy with the industry, as Americans become increasingly hostile to the rapid [...]
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AI Data Centers Become Bipartisan Midterm Flashpoint as Voters Raise Energy, Water and Job Concerns
Opposition to artificial intelligence data centers is crossing party lines ahead of the 2026 midterms, as voters and candidates weigh concerns over electricity prices, water ... The post AI Data Centers Become Bipartisan Midterm Flashpoint as Voters Raise Energy, Water and Job Concerns first appeared on [your]NEWS.
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