A group funded by Andreessen, Horowitz, and Brockman plans data center ads to sway midterms

Build American AI, a lobbying group focused on the technology sector, announced plans to spend millions of dollars on advertising campaigns aimed at voters in a handful of key states. The organization says the ads will highlight the economic benefits of data centers, including job creation, tax revenue, and infrastructure development. The campaign is scheduled to launch in the upcoming election cycle, with targeted outreach in states that have recently debated data‑center incentives and zoning regulations.

The group’s strategy involves a mix of digital and traditional media placements, as well as community outreach events. According to Build American AI’s spokesperson, the messaging will emphasize data centers’ role in supporting cloud services, e‑commerce, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. The organization also plans to collaborate with local business associations to underscore the broader economic impact of the industry.

Critics argue that the ads may oversimplify the environmental and social costs associated with large data‑center operations. Nonetheless, Build American AI maintains that its campaign will provide voters with a balanced view of the sector’s contributions to state economies. The group’s initiative underscores the growing influence of industry‑backed lobbying efforts in shaping public opinion on technology infrastructure policy.