Scoop: Trump pollster gives GOP a data center survival guide
President Trump's longtime pollster is offering Republican candidates a detailed playbook for neutralizing Democratic attacks over AI data centers — down to what language they should and shouldn't use. Why it matters: Republican strategists say GOP candidates have been all over the map in responding to the backlash to data centers. The goal is to put Republicans on offense after months of playing…
Trump's longtime pollster, Tony Fabrizio, has penned a detailed guide for Republican candidates on how to counter Democratic criticisms of AI data centers. The memo, obtained by Axios, warns against unqualified support for building more data centers, as it can backfire in political ads. Instead, Fabrizio advises candidates to only support AI infrastructure if developers cover their own power needs and if safeguards are put in place to protect consumers, ratepayers, and local water and natural resources.
The strategist offers a three-step script to guide candidates through addressing voter concerns, setting clear boundaries, and arguing for responsible project development. According to Fabrizio's polling, voters are more receptive to data center construction when certain conditions are met, with 61% favoring construction with conditions versus 28% supporting an outright ban.
Despite Trump's unwavering support for data centers, Republicans are grappling with growing voter concerns about their local impact.
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