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Data centers have Republicans and Democrats on the same page: Tuugo.pt

Tuugo5 September 2026 at 15:19

Data centers have managed to unite politicians from both parties in the United States, at a time when Democratic and Republican candidates face the same "enemy" in their electoral campaigns. Campaign ads broadcast in states like Georgia and Iowa have been criticizing data centers, which are pointed to as responsible for various problems in local communities. This convergence between traditionally opposing parties represents a rare situation in American politics, where divisive issues tend to separate Democrats and Republicans. Data centers are associated with the AI boom, which has driven their proliferation across the country. This trend has generated concerns among voters regarding the impact of these facilities on their localities.

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