Zach Dembo on federal oversight of AI data center projects
Democratic congressional candidate Zach Dembo called for greater transparency and local input before AI data center projects are approved. He argued that communities often learn about projects too late and criticized legislative support for tax credits that can encourage data center relocations.
During a FOX 56 debate for Kentucky's 6th Congressional District, Democratic candidate Zach Dembo said communities should receive advance information and a meaningful voice in decisions involving AI data centers. He described local transparency and public input as major concerns, arguing that companies can impose projects on communities before residents understand what is planned.
Dembo also criticized his opponent's support for a tax credit that he said helps data centers relocate. The discussion referenced former Lexington Mayor Jim Gray, but it did not identify a specific data center project or announce a concrete government action.