OpenAI is reportedly preparing a public relations campaign after the November 2026 US midterm elections to present its facilities as “AI compute campuses.” Led by chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane, the initiative would include policy proposals on host communities, local participation in siting decisions and limits on advanced AI systems. Opposition has intensified: $173 million was spent advertising against data centers in 2026, while 54% of Americans view AI data centers negatively because of their environmental footprint. OpenAI is highlighting the PORTS-Pike project in Ohio as an example, with 8 GW of capacity, 35,000 construction jobs and 2,500 permanent jobs.
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