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June 24, 2026
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Calls for Congressional Action on AI Data Center Energy Costs
- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez advocates for Congress to address the energy strain caused by AI data centers, emphasizing the need for consumer protections.
- Ocasio-Cortez suggests that existing legislation, like the CHIPS Act, does not adequately account for the energy demands of these centers.
- The discussion highlights the growing pressures on tech companies, including potential price increases for consumers due to rising operational costs.
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- Tech companies would have to pay AI data center energy costs under bill moving in CongressJun 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM · CNBC
- AOC puts major tech company on notice amid looming price increases: 'Far too big'Jun 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM · Fox News