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Data centres have become a major issue for voters in the US midterm elections, with over 5,000 facilities now spread across the country. France 24 reported that some are built near urban centres, generating noise pollution and consuming large amounts of electricity. Donald Trump has long defended the construction of these mega structures, which big technology companies need to run. France 24 reported that voters, including many Republicans, say they feel betrayed by their government over the issue.