Democrat seeks to curb data center sprawl while preserving U.S. AI competitiveness

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-Va.) argued that while data centers are essential for AI development, they should not be imposed on unwilling communities. He warned that forcing communities to bear infrastructure costs would lead to widespread opposition, jeopardizing the U.S. competitive edge against China. His district includes Loudoun County, a major data center hub.