Sanders pitches bill to block data centers as populists seize on AI fears
News ClipThe Washington Post·Washington, District of Columbia County, DC·3/25/2026
Senator Bernie Sanders plans to introduce legislation to halt new data center construction until Congress passes regulations on artificial intelligence. This move reflects a populist response to public skepticism regarding AI technology.
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Senator Bernie Sanders is slated to introduce legislation on Wednesday aimed at blocking the construction of new data centers. The proposed bill would mandate a pause on data center development until federal lawmakers enact regulations specifically addressing artificial intelligence. This move by Senator Sanders aligns with populist sentiments on the left, as Washington grapples with significant public skepticism concerning new AI technologies.