Trump defends data centers in Ohio as he rallies to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate racePresident Donald Trump is defending data centers powering AI projects during a campaign rally in Ohio. He insists they benefit local communities and warns against losing them to China. The topic is contentious, especially in Ohio's Senate race. Republican Sen. Jon Husted faces criticism for supporting data centers, which some blame for high energy costs.…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution5d agoWhole story →GovernmentTechnologyohio senate race rally
Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midtermsThe Senate has failed to advance a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills. The bill fell victim to an election-year clash on how best to address a growing concern. The measure needed 60 votes to advance, but fell short, 57-43. The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Jon Husted, a Republican from Ohio, is in a…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution8d agoWhole story →GovernmentTechnologyJon Husteddata center bill vote
Trump to travel to Ohio to stump for Sen. Jon Husted as the Republican faces competitive challengePresident Donald Trump plans to visit Ohio on Saturday in support of Sen. Jon Husted as the Republican tries to fend off a competitive challenge from Democratic former Sen. Sherrod Brown. The trip is scheduled to come after stops in Oklahoma on Thursday and Alabama on Friday. The Ohio race is seen as vital to determining control of the Senate. Trump had…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution11d agoWhole story →GovernmentBernie MorenoJon Hustedohio senate campaign
Former US Sen. John E. Sununu to face US Rep. Chris Pappas in New Hampshire Senate raceRepublican John E. Sununu will face Democrat Chris Pappas in November in the race to replace retiring U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen in New Hampshire. Democrats need to hold the seat to have a chance of flipping control of the chamber in November. Sununu was ousted from the Senate by Shaheen in 2008. He was one of two former senators seeking to return to…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution1mo agoWhole story →GovernmentChris PappasJeanne ShaheenMaggie Goodlandernew hampshire senate race
New Hampshire voters pick nominees as Sen. Shaheen’s exit sparks a scramble for key seatsNew Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the state Legislature, with the retirement of U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen creating the most competitive races. Two Republicans hoping to replace the three-term Democrat are former senators she previously defeated: John E. Sununu and Scott Brown. The Democratic race includes U.S.…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution1mo agoWhole story →GovernmentChris PappasJeanne ShaheenKelly Ayottenew hampshire primary results
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New Hampshire’s state primaryFormer Republican U.S. Sens. John Sununu and Scott Brown will compete in New Hampshire’s U.S. Senate primary Tuesday for the seat currently held by retiring Democratic U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. In the Democratic primary, U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas faces scientist and democratic socialist Karishma Manzur and others. Voters will also select nominees for U.S.…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution1mo agoWhole story →GovernmentJeanne Shaheennew hampshire primary
Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm racesPresident Donald Trump has voiced strong support for AI and data centers, emphasizing their economic benefits and importance in the global AI race. Candidates in competitive midterm elections, however, are far less accepting. Data centers have become a contentious issue, with concerns about energy costs and environmental impact. In Ohio, Republican Jon…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →TechnologyEconomyJoe LombardoJon Hustedmidterm elections
