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Midterm elections 2026: all the news

The 2026 midterm results will determine the direction of federal AI regulation and congressional responses to local pushback against AI data centers and energy use.

The Verge's hub page tracks how the 2026 US midterm elections intersect with the technology industry, highlighting voter concerns over data centers, higher energy costs, and AI safety. The outcome of the elections will shape how the next Congress regulates AI and handles growing public backlash against data center expansion.

  • Donald Trump
  • Meta
  • Mark Zuckerberg
  • Elon Musk

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