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153 articles about 117 events for “AI Impact on US Midterm Elections”. Events are ordered by how widely they were covered, how many readers opened them, and how recent they are.
“In Ohio, voters weighed 21 data center-related ballot questions across 18 communities in the midterm elections, more than any other state, highlighting the mounting resistance to America's rapidly expanding AI infrastructure.”
“US midterms: Spending binge by Musk, crypto and AI hit voter wall It was the most expensive election in US history and most of the biggest spenders have little to show for it.”
““In the 120th Congress, I look forward to our party recognizing the detrimental impact of special interests and billionaire influence in our politics, whether it be from crypto or AI or AIPAC.””
“- Published Major tech firms have seen their stock values fall after a sell-off by investors following the US midterm elections.”
“Global stocks tumbled on Friday as fears over the future of AI rattled investors in the wake of the Democrats' landslide midterm victory, as Donald Trump lashed out at voters with a blunt message: 'You only have yourselves to blame!' Japan's Nikkei slumped 6…”
“After making solid gains in the immediate aftermath of the midterm elections in the US, the index plunged as much as 6.4 per cent in early trading in New York on Thursday.”
“The AI industry tried to make a dent in the midterms, but much of their money was focused on a congressional primary in New York, where the cash helped defeat AI critic Alex Bores.”
“…t feels a bit like a cursed monkey's paw somewhere just put one, shrivelled finger down for those who were hoping more people would pay attention to AI.) By the end of the 2026 midterm elections, data centres had become a bipartisan issue with candidates from…”
“There were three big losers in Tuesday’s midterm elections in the US: Donald Trump, Elon Musk and datacenters.”
“- Published A US midterms voter poll has suggested data centres were a highly motivating issue for many Americans, leading some to argue public backlash against the artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure construction boom might have helped shape the…”
“Today's politicians ignore affordability at their peril Officially, Mark Carney’s government is saying that the Republicans’ stunning losses in the U.S. midterm elections are the Americans’ own business.”
“In the US midterm elections this week, nearly every proposed moratorium on datacentres on the ballot was approved.”
“Growing resistance to AI infrastructure expansionAccording to Axios, nearly two dozen of 41 data centre-related ballot measures across 10 states appeared headed for approval based on preliminary results from Tuesday's midterm elections.”
“We shed some tears this midterm cycle.”
“He might use them against Europe if we displease him in any way – for example, by refusing to follow US policy on China, by regulating AI, or by raising new taxes on US tech companies.”
“And, as the results of the US midterms show us, datacentres are becoming political kryptonite for voters not sold on the AI boom, meaning the Albanese government should tread carefully.”
“World shares mostly gain after US midterm elections as AI-related stocks sink World shares were mostly higher Thursday, though heavy selling of artificial intelligence-related stocks offset gains for some markets following the U.S. midterm elections.”
“Tech giants try to stem flow of US midterm election disinformation unleashed by AI Steven Lee Myers AI generated SAN FRANCISCO – In a small conference room off the cafeteria at one of OpenAI’s offices in San Francisco, a team of more than a dozen people are…”
“Cory Alpert is a PhD researcher at the University of Melbourne looking at the impact of AI on democracy.”
“The impact of the midterms on AI is probably the most immediate and visible for any industry sector, but the crypto industry will also be bemoaning the opportunity lost in September when Congress failed to pass crypto-friendly legislation that would have…”
“The upcoming midterm elections will be the most expensive elections ever conducted in the US.”
“With Republican control of Congress at risk in US midterm elections on Nov 3, Trump and Carney offered the most upbeat outlook on trade talks since they collapsed acrimoniously in August.”
“That adviser suggested the president and Democrats could also work together on AI — particularly rules around data centers — and other cost-of-living issues.”
“There are fears President Donald Trump could re-start strikes on Iran depending on the results of this week’s US midterm elections.”
“The impact of Tuesday’s midterm elections didn’t appear to have a huge impact on Wall Street, though investors are predicting Democrats get at least a majority in the House and potentially gain seats in the Senate, which could lead to more AI regulation.”
“Corporate America has been preparing for a potential shift in Washington's balance of power as US midterm election results loom.”
“Political campaigns across the United States have entered a new digital era during the 2026 midterm elections.”
““Data centres often have nondisclosure agreements, so even local air quality boards may not know the impact of data centres on air quality,” said Lin.”
“They also fall just days before the November 3 midterm elections, which polls indicate could leave Trump without majorities in either house of Congress, and amid reports the US might launch fresh attacks on Iran.”
“Cory Alpert is a PhD researcher at the University of Melbourne looking at the impact of AI on democracy.”
“Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Across the Asia-Pacific region, governments and businesses reeling from the energy shock of the United States and Israel’s war on Iran are watching Tuesday’s US midterm elections closely.”
“Overall, spending on federal elections in the United States has exploded in recent years – rising from $3.8bn in the 2014 midterm elections to $8.9bn in 2022.”
“American voters in a sour economic mood heading into midterm elections AI generated WASHINGTON – On the eve of elections that will decide whether President Donald Trump’s Republican Party keeps control of Congress, voters’ minds are on the economy, with high…”
“…ent issues subpoenas in California non-citizen voting probe AI generated WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s administration has demanded records from California as part of a criminal investigation into alleged voting by non-citizens – escalating its battle…”
“…usly, that productivity growth was picking up, allowing the US economy to grow faster without inflation – even though there has been only modest improvement in productivity to date, while there’s plenty of evidence to show the AI investment boom is…”
“The US economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter as resilient consumer spending and AI-driven business investment more than offset the impact of higher oil prices stemming from the conflict in the Middle East.”
“…ump says he approves of Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro coming to US AI generated JOINT BASE ANDREWS, United States – President Donald Trump said on Oct 28 he approved of Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro coming to the United States after losing the Oct 25…”
“Travelling through the US Midwest last week, I came across a sense of weary exasperation, not only about Trump’s tariff policies, which badly impact the states along the Canadian border, but over the grotesque freakshow behind them.”
“Similar concerns over the impacts of data centres are being echoed in communities around the world, including in Australia and the United States where the issue has become central in the country's crucial midterm elections.”
“The Iran conflict’s impact on fuel prices doesn’t help but the last time I checked, gas prices on average are not that different than when Biden was throttling drilling; the weakened mullahs will ultimately provide a peace dividend that many Americans favor.”
“Wasmus says she doesn't plan to vote for the incumbent Republican senator in the upcoming midterm elections.”
“Time to find a new trick, thought the POTUS, who by a New York Times count has cast doubt on elections on 460 days in his second term.”
“The war’s impact on global energy costs has weighed on support for Republican candidates and hurt US President Donald Trump’s approval ratings.”
“Aides in the Trump administration say senior State Department officials have it in the back of their minds at all times, one saying: 'Trump sees this prize as the ultimate capstone to how history will remember him.' Only two other sitting US presidents…”
“The narrative out of this midterm cycle, especially during the primaries, was largely focused on a few high-profile races that an AIPAC-backed candidate lost — and that was a huge shock.”
“Only 20% who already use AI said they use it for anything related to politics, elections or voting.”
“Some US officials have raised concerns about possible threats to the integrity of the midterms and campaigners have called on CEOs to express support for free and fair elections.”
“Fox News viewer dip pre-US midterm election suggests Republican unease AI generated WASHINGTON – Fox News, the most-watched cable news network, saw a 28% prime-time viewer decline over the past four weeks leading up to the midterm elections, a sign the…”
“NEW YORK, Oct. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — USA News Group News Commentary - With the November 3 midterm elections days away, data centers have become a political issue, and the argument is increasingly about specifics: where the buildings go, how much power…”
“The launch comes ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, as backlash over data centers’ power demands and environmental impacts draws opposition from both Republican and Democratic candidates.”
“An Intercept analysis of AI spending in the 2026 midterms, based on Federal Election Commission records and independent race ratings, shows that only 5 percent of their direct expenditures have gone to contested general election races.”
“US midterms: Left wing influencers like Hasan Piker find a grudging place in Democratic Party AI generated PHILADELPHIA – Soon after US President Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 election, the Democratic Party launched a manhunt of sorts.”
“Held halfway through a US president’s four-year term, midterm elections decide the makeup of Congress.”
“On Sunday (Israel time) Netanyahu took to social media to post an apocalyptic AI-generated image of a nuclear bomb being dropped in the middle of Tel Aviv.”
“But he could be facing a very different political landscape, depending on the results of the US midterm elections held the previous day.”
“In the US, they've become a huge issue ahead of the midterm elections on 3 November, with both Republicans and opposition Democrats coming out against their development.”
““I’m banking now on the likelihood of strikes shortly after the midterms,” said Suzanne Maloney, director of the foreign policy programme at the Brookings Institution, referring to Nov 3 elections in the United States.”
“They all arrive just weeks before the Nov. 3 midterm elections that will determine the future makeup of Congress as the U.S. economy grapples with constantly shifting global trade conflicts and a global oil shortage brought on by the U.S. war with Iran.”
“Diesel prices have shot to record highs during the US-Israeli war on Iran, creating a political liability for Trump and his Republican party as they campaign to maintain thin majorities in the US Congress in the Nov 3 midterm elections.”
“US high court rulings have been ‘destructive to democracy’, says US Supreme Court Justice Kagan AI generated WASHINGTON – US Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan on Oct 20 said the court’s conservative majority has undermined democracy and “created a race to the…”
“"Given the severity of these flaws and PHP's widespread use, we consider this one of the most impactful security issues in recent memory,"”
“Trump paused Russia sanctions to ‘analyse’ impact on global economy: Rubio AI generated JOINT BASE ANDREWS, United States – US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Oct 17 that President Donald Trump’s waiver of sweeping sanctions and tariffs on Russia would…”
“Weeks before US midterm elections in which Trump’s Republicans are battling to maintain their narrow grip on both chambers of Congress, the new measures could have risked further raising oil prices as Americans face increased costs largely attributed to the…”
“…p’: Republicans face Latino backlash over immigration raids AI generated DORAL, United States – For nearly two years, US President Donald Trump’s heavy-handed deportation drive has sowed fear in immigrant communities and created a flood of grim headlines and…”
“- Published President Donald Trump has been boasting about the performance of the US economy ahead of the midterm congressional elections, claiming he has boosted incomes, reduced inflation and created jobs.”
“Cory Alpert is a PhD researcher at the University of Melbourne looking at the impact of AI on democracy.”
“Warsh remained enthusiastic about AI, saying it will ultimately be a positive supply shock that economies use to become more productive and wealthier – though the path to get there may be “very bumpy” with an uncertain near-term impact on jobs.”
“US considers hitting Iran with ‘Mother of All Bombs’: CNN AI generated WASHINGTON – The United States is considering using its biggest non-nuclear bomb against Iran if President Donald Trump should decide to renew combat in the war that has hit a deadlock,…”
“New White House spokeswoman Katie Zacharia heavy on Trump praise, light on questions in debut AI generated WASHINGTON – New White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia made her briefing room debut on Oct 13 by taking remarkably few questions from journalists…”
“Trump says Houthis trying to push up oil prices before US election AI generated WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump on Oct 13 accused Yemen’s Houthis of seeking to drive energy prices higher as key US midterm elections approach, warning he “will never…”
“With less than three weeks to go before the US midterm elections, the latest inflation data shows that the US inflation rate is not just accelerating, but that the impact on prices is broadening.”
“Bipartisan US senators urge Trump to scrap Russian diesel deal AI generated WASHINGTON - Republican and Democratic US senators joined forces on Oct 13 to urge President Donald Trump to scrap his diesel deal with Russia, calling it a “betrayal” that would…”
“But he doesn’t like the “magical war with Iran”, especially the impact it’s having on the price of fuel.”
“… conservative state feeling the pinch of high energy prices AI generated WASILLA, Alaska - With three weeks until the US midterm elections, US President Donald Trump on Oct 13 campaigned in remote Alaska, one of several conservative states where Democrats…”
“Now, according to one of his advisers, he is having regular meetings with staff to track their impact and working on new legislation aimed at curbing their rapid expansion across the country.”
“The US-Israel war on Iran, now in its eighth month, and its inflationary impact are slated to dominate the agenda and sideline conversations during the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, held outside Washington for the…”
“When the latest inflation data is released on Wednesday morning in the US, it is expected to show that the inflation rate in the world’s largest economy rose again in September, adding to the cost-of-living pressures that are the key issue in the midterms.”
“Prices jumped despite President Donald Trump’s announcement on social media Friday that he struck a deal to buy Russian diesel with Russian President Vladimir Putin, aiming to tamp down a spike in fuel prices ahead of the Nov. 3 US midterm elections.”
“Trump’s trade wars sting US manufacturers ahead of midterms AI generated NORTH JACKSON, Ohio – For Doug Rende, who runs an aluminium product manufacturer in the US state of Ohio, President Donald Trump’s tariffs have meant millions of dollars more in annual…”
“Trump secures US$2.4 billion AI pledge as he honours tech executives Musk, Huang The Trump administration announced US$2.4 billion (S$3.07 billion) in commitments from Silicon Valley giants to bolster scientific research at a summit on Oct 8 in Washington,…”
“AI has been a particular focus for the President, who has been a champion of the sector despite voter anxiety over its impact on jobs, energy costs and the environment ahead of midterm elections.”
“A spate of AI-generated ads that are obviously fake but grab voter attention have been a feature of campaigns in the lead up to the pivotal United States midterm elections on November 3.”
“They’re going to states and districts where usually the Republicans would have a lock on that election by this point.”
“Trump eases limits on dyed diesel in bid to cut fuel costs AI generated WASHINGTON – United States President Donald Trump on Oct 5 signed an executive order to ease restrictions on the use of a tax-exempt variety of diesel, his latest bid to pare costs for…”
“‘War at sea does not remain at sea’ US President Donald Trump is weighing next steps against Iran, including whether to escalate strikes before or after the November midterm elections, which will decide control of Congress, as he presses a naval blockade…”
“…, Democrats campaigned against datacenters to gain power in elections in Virginia, New Jersey and elsewhere, and are this year lumping their perceived impacts on electricity prices with the Iran war’s upward pressure on gas prices to argue that Republicans…”
“Later today, Donald Trump will be in the state of Nebraska to rev up supporters as he kicks off a campaign blitz of rallies ahead of the midterm elections on 3 November.”
“US President Donald Trump has continued rallying for Republican candidates while visiting Ohio, proposing a defiant outlook on his party’s chances in the November 3 midterm elections.”
“VANDALIA, Ohio (AP) — After a few days of campaigning in safe conservative territory, President Donald Trump on Saturday is taking his midterm tour into Ohio, a battleground state that’s home to one of the top-tier Senate races this cycle.”
“Vicky Marquis, North Sydney Taylor looked like a leader As usual, the economists disagree with each other over immigration and its effect on the economy (Migration battle is looming for Taylor, October 7).”
“- Published There are four weeks to go until the US midterm elections, when voters take part in a ballot that could have a major impact on the rest of Donald Trump's presidency.”
“United States President Donald Trump has kicked off a 32-day campaign tour ahead of the November midterm elections that could see his Republican Party hurt by his handling of the war on Iran and the economy.”
“The rollout of data centres has drawn pushback around the country over concerns about electricity usage and their potential impact on from communities.”
“Trump unveils $19.16 billion planned Iowa steel project AI generated WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump on Sept 28 said that a Minnesota company plans to build a multi-billion-dollar steel mill in Iowa, handing the administration a marquee manufacturing…”
“…cile, and a growing backlash against data centres – not just because of their environmental issue, but also sparked by concern over their role in the growth of artificial intelligence – is set to be the most decisive issue in the upcoming US midterm…”
“And this week on Face the Nation: President Trump turns his focus to the midterm elections following a week of high-stake summits with foreign allies and adversaries.”
“…diplomacy: Trump talks tough, and the world calls his bluff AI generated WASHINGTON – From his high-profile address to the UN General Assembly to his high-stakes White House summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, US President Donald Trump this week was…”
“There have also been questions among US business leaders about whether China’s AI models, which openly publish the underlying calculations of their systems, could one day leap ahead of American ones.”
“In fact, the truce is little more than “transactional theatre” – an attempt at good optics before the upcoming US midterm elections – Tangen said.”
“Calls for slowdown shift the conversation on AI risks Turning the conversation toward unproven threats — and away from polarizing issues such as data centers’ environmental impacts, uncontrolled hacking incidents, mass AI-powered surveillance and the AI…”
“The Iranians would wait until after the elections to seek peace because the war's impact on the cost of living - particularly soaring diesel costs - could damage him electorally, the US president told the UN General Assembly.”
“…p at UN urges compete isolation of Iran, expects deal after US midterm elections AI generated UNITED NATIONS, United States - US President Donald Trump on Sept 22 called for complete economic isolation of Iran, showing no intention to resume talks at the UN…”
“…e Ukraine-Russia war for the current record rise in diesel prices in the United States, which has become a major issue as the country approaches midterm elections in November, adding that Ukraine’s strikes on Russian diesel facilities were “hurting the…”
“The dangers of AI are already here “The future is already here – it’s just unevenly distributed,” the science fiction writer William Gibson once said.”
“Analysts believe the balance of risk for the bilateral relationship has shifted since Keir Starmer was in office, with the Republicans facing a difficult set of midterm elections and the US president’s personal ratings plummeting.”
“And this week on Face the Nation: President Trump bars three major news organizations from covering the White House, as Republican concern over the impact of his policies continues to grow.”
“With more than 3,000 of them across the country, and another 1,500 proposed, data centers are now one of the top issues in the midterm elections.”
“Here's the latest: US piles more pressure on Iran to disrupt sanctions evasion efforts The Trump administration is stepping up efforts to combat Iranian attempts to circumvent U.S. sanctions.”
“For now though, it’s still hard to envision a coalition that not only opposes AI development but agrees on a plan to slow it—a gridlock that could end up sticking us with an increasingly unpopular status quo.”
“US House advances first Bill addressing economic impact of data centre boom AI generated WASHINGTON – The United States House of Representatives on Sept 16 passed a Bill aimed at protecting households from electricity cost increases tied to the expansion of…”
“In the US, however, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely anytime soon.”
“Anthropic could push its IPO to after the November US midterm elections, with the elections not expected to have a major impact on the offering, according to two people familiar with the matter.”
“…– and specifically our leaders in Washington – to get proactive in coming up with concrete proposals, laws and regulations that deal with serious safety concerns, anticipate AI’s impact on jobs and our kids, and make sure that AI’s benefits are widely…”
“In a statement on Sept 14, Obama said that AI policy “should be at the centre of our public debate” and Washington policymakers must “get proactive” in crafting proposals “that deal with serious safety concerns, anticipate AI’s impact on jobs and our kids,…”
“SENATE SHOWDOWN: Getting closer to a permitting deal: We’re almost to the end of the week, and still no hard news out of the Senate on whether a deal streamlining the federal permitting system will be reached before the midterm elections.”
“…oy' First lady Melania Trump is traveling to North Carolina on Tuesday to visit a local school Melania said that it's 'very important' that the US 'lead' in AI as a country According to a recent NBC News Decision Desk Poll, 69 percent of Americans are against…”
“After swooping in on 3 January to capture its strongman, Nicolás Maduro, Trump promised a transition to democratic elections and that the US would play a custodial role over Venezuelan oil for the benefit of its people.”
“…nald Trump’s promise of a $5,000 “Trump dividend” for every US citizen if Republicans retain control of the US Congress in November’s midterm elections has sparked incredulity and accusations of bribery. - With his approval rating at a historic low, Trump…”
“Singularly focused on regulatory burdens and land use, data center owners forgot that every plot of land has neighbors.”
“US invites Venezuela to G-20 energy summit AI generated HOUSTON – A Venezuelan delegation will participate in this week’s Group of 20 energy meetings in Texas, American officials said on Sept 14, as the world grapples with soaring energy prices driven by the…”
“…he House impeached Trump twice during his first term, but the Senate acquitted him both times, and the question of whether to impeach him again is a sensitive one for Democrats as they eye a return to the majority in Congress in the November midterm…”
“Others are most concerned about the impact AI will have on the job market and society at large.”
“He then boarded Air Force One to head back to Washington.”
“Hoskins faces two conflicting court rulings regarding a Republican redistricting plan that could influence the outcome of the midterm elections.”
“Widespread anxiety over environmental risks and rising costs have turned the rapid expansion of AI data centers into a focal point in midterm elections nationwide.”
“Not only am I profoundly interested in increasingly less abstract questions about how AI progress might disrupt society, but I’m also becoming much more of a power user because AI programming tools have reached the point where they’re now quite helpful with…”
“In a country where 14 per cent of the population is black, the second-biggest racial or ethnic minority after the Hispanics, the upcoming midterm elections have become more than the usual face-off between the Republicans and the Democrats.”
“The way our model adjusts for likely voters, it used to be that Republicans reliably had a turnout advantage in midterm elections.”
“Maybe he secretly wants Republicans to lose the looming midterm elections that will decide the balance of power in the US for the next two years and for which the first postal ballots were sent out today.”
“Trump pledges ‘economic warfare’ on Iran, prompting Tehran derision AI generated TEHRAN – US President Donald Trump pledged “economic warfare” against Iran and threatened any country that trades with it, prompting Iran to dismiss the plan on Aug 20 as a…”