AI Data Centers Top of Mind for Voters as Midterms ApproachWhat to Know

Though midterms still lie six months out, lawmakers in some key midterm races are already hurrying to stake out a position on the issue.An Amazon Web Services data center is seen near single-family homes in Stone Ridge, Va., on July 17, 2024. Virginia alone has a combined total of 711 currently operational, under-construction, and planned centers. Nathan Howard/Getty ImagesAn Amazon Web Services data center is seen near single-family homes in Stone Ridge, Va., on July 17, 2024. Virginia alone has a combined total of 711 currently operational, under-construction, and planned centers. Nathan Howard/Getty Images