Here’s all the ways that data center controversies have transformed the midterm elections

Opposition to data centers across the United States has influenced the midterm election landscape, creating a shift in industry booster support. Tech giants like Google, Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft expect to invest over $700 billion into U.S. data centers this year due to the global demand created by generative AI products such as ChatGPT. The development of these facilities, particularly in rural areas like New Mexico, has spurred debate concerning water rights and environmental impact.