Trump Administration and Kevin O’Leary Claim Chinese Influence in Anti-Data Center Sentiment
The Trump administration and Kevin O’Leary, a 'Shark Tank' star, have alleged that anti-data center sentiments in the U.S. are being fueled by a Chinese propaganda campaign. O’Leary, who plans to build a 40,000-acre data center in Utah, claims that misinformation about his project is being spread by accounts linked to China. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum supported these claims, suggesting that foreign-directed propaganda is attempting to block data center construction in the U.S. O’Leary presented evidence of financial backing for these campaigns, while reports from tech and Trump-aligned think tanks also suggest foreign influence. However, some groups named in these reports deny involvement, calling the allegations misleading. 
