# How backlash against data centres could shape US midterms

https://mins.news/en/item/101284

- BBC News, 2026-10-14 23:02 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0rezqpnekro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> Growing opposition to data centre development across the US is pushing politicians in both parties to take a stand. Residents cite concerns including facilities’ size, noise and effects on air, water and energy resources. The backlash also puts some lawmakers at odds with Donald Trump, who has championed unrestrained AI growth, and could become an issue in the midterm elections.

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