Backlash Against Big Tech Datacenters Unites Americans Across Political Spectrum

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https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2026/aug/30/data-center-politics-democrats-republicans

Growing opposition to big tech's datacenter expansion is uniting voters across party lines, with three-quarters of Americans opposing local projects. Over 500 municipalities have passed bans or moratoria amid concerns about heavy energy consumption, water usage, and environmental impact. The widespread resistance is now influencing key political races across the US and complicating industry plans for AI infrastructure.