Data center battles started in the states. Now it’s Congress under siege.

Data centers are becoming a political flashpoint in Congress as debates over their energy demands and economic impacts intensify. Protests against a proposed 40,000-acre data center in Utah highlight grassroots opposition, while lawmakers like Josh Hawley and Richard Blumenthal push consumer protections, and others like Tim Kaine emphasize potential economic benefits. The industry, represented by the Data Center Coalition, argues for its role in modern infrastructure.