US Midterms Signal a Renewed Fight Over Big Tech

Millions of Americans voted in Tuesday’s midterm elections, with the results described as a strong win for Democrats and a rejection of artificial intelligence. The outcome is expected to revive political pressure on major technology companies. The dispute over new data centers may also become more difficult for companies seeking to build them, according to the discussion.

On The Vergecast, Nilay and David examined what the 2026 midterms could mean for the technology sector. They discussed X as a self-contained echo chamber and considered whether Congress may direct more attention toward technology executives and AI regulation. The hosts also questioned how much lawmakers can accomplish during the next two years. The episode later returned to artificial intelligence, although the available account does not provide further details about that part of the conversation.