# AI stocks: Midterm elections could threaten AI trade as data center backlash grows

- Source: Economic Times
- Published: 2026-10-23T11:26:15+00:00
- Category: Local
- Original: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/us-stocks/wall-street-guide/ai-stocks-midterm-elections-could-threaten-ai-trade-as-data-center-backlash-grows/articleshow/135144162.cms
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/ai-stocks-midterm-elections-could-threaten-ai-trade-as-data-center-bac-e397f0/

Public opposition to US data centers and the November midterm elections could reshape AI infrastructure investment. Increased regulatory scrutiny, rising electricity costs and construction delays may pressure technology stocks, utilities and power infrastructure companies, despite continued strong AI spending.

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