Will Democrats end Trump’s ‘flourishing’ AI and data centre policies?
According to The National, the Democratic victory in the US midterm elections has raised serious questions about the future of President Donald Trump's policies regarding AI and data centres. The Trump administration had consistently framed its approach as supporting innovation through deregulation, but with the shift in Congressional power, experts expect Democrats to push for reduced tax incentives and increased safety regulations. Michael Strobaek of Lombard Odier suggests that while Trump retains veto power, Democrats in the Senate can now block key administration appointments and use increased oversight to stall the current agenda. Political scientist Timothy Kneeland emphasizes that the era of 'unregulated' growth for Big Tech is over, noting that even some Republicans might join Democrats in passing regulatory legislation to address public concerns over energy costs and the economic impact of data centres.