Published July 14, 2026 at 5:39 PM ET · Updated July 15, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET
Analysts question whether the data center backlash is overstated
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Commentators are debating whether public backlash against AI data centers is justified or exaggerated. New York imposed a moratorium on data center construction and Pennsylvania enacted new oversight, while Trump criticized New York Governor Hochul over the moratorium. Opponents of the restrictions argue the data centers are economically important and the backlash is misplaced.
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