Senator shifts focus to data center backlash amid US midterm election concerns

Growing public backlash against the rapid expansion of data centers, which embody the growth of AI technology, is prompting some US politicians to address the issue. Currently, about 3,000 data centers operate in the US, with projections suggesting this number could double in the next few years. Opposition to data centers is not limited to one political side, with pushback noted among conservatives as well, forcing politicians to take a clear stance.