# Anger Over Data Centers Ramps Up With Nationwide Protests Across the US

> Source: <https://uk.pcmag.com/ai/166322/anger-over-data-centers-ramps-up-with-nationwide-protests-across-the-us>
> Published: 2026-07-23 15:22:07+00:00

Backlash against the massive buildout of AI data centers hit a new peak last weekend with 142 protests across 42 states, [Reuters reports](https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/us-data-center-protests-go-national-backlash-grows-2026-07-18/).

Pushback against AI and data center construction has grown dramatically over the past year. Residents in the regions where these huge facilities have …