Washington D.C. candidates debate Pepco bills, data centers, and nuclear energy

News Clip6:56FOX 5 Washington DC·Washington, District of Columbia County, DC·5/19/2026

Candidates in a Washington D.C. debate extensively discussed the rising costs of Pepco utility bills, the impact and role of data centers, and the future of nuclear and renewable energy. They notably clashed over accountability for the skyrocketing utility expenses in the District.

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Candidates clashed over Pepco, data centers, renewable energy, and who’s responsible for skyrocketing utility costs in the District.