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Rep. Cohen Demands Transparency on xAI's Pollution Impact

2/27/2026

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Representative Steve Cohen of Tennessee raised concerns about air pollution from xAI's Greater Memphis area operations.
An independent health impact analysis prompted Cohen to seek transparency on energy usage and power generation plans.
The analysis identified emissions increases affecting Boxtown and Westwood.
Residents such as Eddie Gossett of Southaven report noise and air pollution from gas turbines for xAI's data center.
Cohen calls for ongoing community communication as xAI expands.

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Representative Steve Cohen of Tennessee raised concerns about air pollution from xAI's Greater Memphis area operations.
An independent health impact analysis prompted Cohen to seek transparency on energy usage and power generation plans.
The analysis identified emissions increases affecting Boxtown and Westwood.
Residents such as Eddie Gossett of Southaven report noise and air pollution from gas turbines for xAI's data center.
Cohen calls for ongoing community communication as xAI expands.