Graham talks Senate race, national security and data centers in call with reporters
Senator Graham is defending her support for data centers, emphasizing the need for local input and guardrails while asserting that the US must not fall behind China in this technology for national security reasons. She held a call with South Carolina reporters to discuss her stance after the issue arose during a debate in Columbia.
Senator Lindsey Graham, a U.S. Senate candidate, defended her stance on data centers during a press conference call with South Carolina reporters on Sunday. Her remarks came after the topic was raised during a debate in Columbia earlier last week. Graham stated that while she advocates for local input and the implementation of guardrails regarding data center construction, she believes the United States cannot afford to lag behind China in this critical area due to national security concerns. She questioned the alternative, suggesting that allowing China to gain an advantage in data center technology could adversely affect U.S. national security.
Graham also highlighted her legislative efforts, including her work on the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, named for her late brother. She further affirmed her support for President Trump on national security issues, specifically mentioning Iran and competition with China.