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105 articles about 77 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,…”
“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.”
“‘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…”