What I learned about AI's PR crisis from bingeing 130 political TV ads

Business Insider | 25-09-2026 06:01pm |

Artificial intelligence has become a frequent talking point in US political campaign ads. Business Insider reviewed 130 political TV ads that mentioned AI or data centers, aired between January 2025 and late 2025. The review found that campaigns are mostly focusing on AI's costs, particularly its impact on electricity bills, rather than AI safety or other tech issues. Republicans, Democrats, and Independents are all using anti-AI messaging, posing a challenge for AI companies seeking political support for data centers and infrastructure projects.

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