Democrats' Midterm Win Sets Up Data Center Clash

Democrats won full control of Congress in Tuesday's midterms, setting up a clash with the Republican White House over data center construction, as voter anger over the AI buildout emerged as a significant political force. Exit polls showed nearly 80% of voters oppose data centers in their neighborhoods, with almost 60% calling the issue a major factor in their vote. Candidates in Ohio, Texas, and other states won after opposing the buildout, while some communities passed bans on new facilities. Democratic control could boost bills proposing nationwide moratoriums and grid cost protections, though a veto threat remains. Analysts predict construction delays in several states, with further local restrictions likely as communities demand more say over AI infrastructure.