Many voters blame AI data centers for rising electricity costs

Many voters blame AI data centers for rising electricity costs

News ClipDailyfly News·Washington, District of Columbia County, DC·3/21/2026

A new poll, The Center Square Voters’ Voice Poll, indicates that a significant number of American voters are blaming AI data centers for increasing electricity costs across the country. Specifically, 15% of registered voters hold data centers responsible for the rising energy prices.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – A significant number of American voters are blaming AI data centers for rising energy costs across the country, a new poll reveals. The Center Square Voters’ Voice Poll found 15% of registered voters blame