Voters mostly don't like AI and data centers, but neither party has an edge

A New York Times/Siena University poll of 1,503 likely voters found 61% oppose building AI data centers, with only 14% in support. Among Trump supporters, 49% are for and 45% against; among Harris supporters, 74% are against.

• 61% oppose building AI data centers, 14% strongly support
• Trump voters: 49% for, 45% against; Harris voters: 74% against
• 56% of opponents back restrictions, 38% back a full ban
• Main reasons: environment and water (32%), impact on local communities (21%)