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Business InsiderJan 19, 2026National News

Bernie Sanders's AI data center pause isn't catching on in Congress yet

President Trump opposes the moratorium but stated that AI companies should foot the bill for their high electricity consumption.

Bernie Sanders's AI data center pause isn't catching on in Congress yet
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Senator Bernie Sanders is calling for a national moratorium on AI data center construction to address energy and democratic concerns, but the proposal faces significant bipartisan resistance and opposition from the Trump administration.

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