Data centers are inspiring bipartisanship – for now
The article examines how resistance to data center development has united unlikely political allies, including Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon. It describes protests, zoning meetings, moratoriums and other government actions opposing proposed projects nationwide, without focusing on a specific development.
Political scientist commentary examines the growing bipartisan resistance to data center development in the United States. Sen. Bernie Sanders and conservative strategist Steve Bannon are cited as unlikely allies in opposition to the expansion of data centers, reflecting concerns shared by otherwise ideologically distinct groups.
The article says organized opposition has spread nationally through protests, packed zoning commission meetings, moratoriums and other government actions. It does not identify a specific project, company or local government decision.