AI, data centers take center stage in rematch for Oregon's 4th Congressional District
Hoyle disputed DeSpain’s claims about her ties to AI spending and pointed to her support for federal AI regulation.
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Oregon Rep. Val Hoyle and challenger Monique DeSpain are again competing for the 4th District seat, with AI and data centers emerging as campaign issues. DeSpain criticized Hoyle over outside spending and data-center policy; Hoyle said she does not control that spending and cited her support for AI regulation.
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Incumbent candidate responding to criticism over AI-related spending and her position on regulation
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Republican challenger criticizing Hoyle’s record and raising AI and data-center concerns
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