Bipartisan Opposition to Data Centers Grows Ahead of Midterm Elections
Opposition to the national expansion of data centers is becoming a significant issue in the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections, drawing bipartisan concern. While President Trump has been a strong proponent of data center expansion, viewing it as crucial for economic growth, voters across the political spectrum are expressing reservations. A recent NBC News Decision Desk poll revealed that only 31% of U.S. adults support data center construction in their communities, with 69% opposing it. Even among those who support AI, there are significant concerns about job displacement and the environmental impact of these facilities. Leading the Future, a pro-AI super PAC, is launching an initiative to shift public opinion on data centers, advocating for responsible policies and supporting candidates aligned with their agenda. Josh Vlasto, a former advisor to Senator Chuck Schumer and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and Zac Moffatt, a Republican strategist, are co-chairs of the super PAC, emphasizing the nee...
