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flag U.S. mayors resist AI data center expansions over power, water, and equity concerns, demanding transparency and accountability.

flag U.S. mayors nationwide are resisting the rapid expansion of AI-driven data centers, citing overwhelming strain on power grids, water supplies, and environmental justice concerns. flag Projects by tech giants like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon, including Elon Musk’s xAI in Memphis and Mississippi, face scrutiny for operating unpermitted gas turbines and impacting low-income communities. flag Despite economic incentives in cities like Phoenix, officials report limited transparency, often discovering projects through utility records. flag With a 57% majority in a recent NBC News poll viewing AI risks as greater than benefits, mayors are demanding greater accountability and inclusive planning as the AI boom reshapes urban infrastructure.

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