A pro-data center event occurred in Washington D.C. on Saturday night, amid growing nationwide opposition to the construction of data centers. The invitation distributed on Partiful stated, “As the bipartisan frenzy over AI data centers continues, those who remain rational should join in celebrating the triumph of American computing.”

Videos shared on social media depicted the lively atmosphere of the party. The event featured a DJ booth and dance floor. An X user noted highlights such as a generative AI photo booth and AI-themed cocktails. During the party, protesters made their presence known. A female protester climbed the stage, criticizing the attendees, saying “thank you for using all the water” and “you’re killing the world.” The party-goers responded with chants of “USA!”

The surge in demand for AI computing has heightened tensions surrounding data centers due to their significant consumption of power, water, and land resources. The situation continues to evolve.