⚡ DeSantis AI Warning: “Big Tech Wants Your Power, Water”
- NewBits Media
- Sep 28
- 2 min read
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is sharpening his stance against the unintended consequences of AI — this time warning that data centers could drive up electricity and water costs for everyday Floridians.
🔌 On energy costs
Blasted Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg for a data center “as big as Manhattan”
Claimed such facilities use as much power as a city of 500,000
Vowed: “I’m not going to let a data center pass on the cost to you … in Florida, you got to pay your own way.”
💧 On water access
Warned that in parts of the U.S., residents face restrictions (even limited showering) due to AI-related data center demands
Called the clash over utilities “a big time flashpoint”
🚨 On broader AI risks
In July, told the Florida Sheriffs Association AI will be used “to scam, to cheat, to steal, to harm people”
Said legislation may be needed to provide protections
🌍 Why the DeSantis AI Warning Matters
The comments underscore how AI’s physical footprint — power and water use — is becoming political ammo. Beyond scams and disinformation, the DeSantis AI Warning frames AI as a kitchen-table issue: protecting residents from higher bills and scarce resources as Big Tech ramps up its infrastructure.
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