Doug Jones warns Alabama could become a 'dumping ground' for AI data centers
Doug Jones, the Democratic nominee for governor, warned that Alabama is at risk of becoming a "dumping ground" for AI data centers, criticizing his opponent Sen. Tommy Tuberville for prioritizing powerful interests. Jones also proposed a one-year moratorium on data center development in the state, citing a lack of transparency from elected officials.
Speaking in Birmingham, Doug Jones, the Democratic nominee for governor of Alabama, expressed strong concerns about the rapid expansion of AI data centers across the state. Jones argued that Alabama's state government is prioritizing "big money" and "rich billionaires" over the interests of everyday Alabamians, calling the current development efforts a "high-speed, no holds barred" approach.
Jones specifically criticized the lack of transparency surrounding data center projects, highlighting that elected officials have signed non-disclosure agreements, effectively hiding their dealings from the public. His opponent, Sen. Tommy Tuberville, has publicly supported data center development, dismissing concerns about their impact as "bull crap." In response to these issues, Jones declared his unequivocal support for a one-year moratorium on data center development in Alabama.