Musk points to computing in space as fears over AI data center restrictions grow

Elon Musk pointed to space-based computing on November 4, 2026, as fears of AI data center restrictions added pressure to infrastructure stocks following Democrats’ takeover of both chambers of Congress. His comments came as CoreWeave, Applied Digital and IREN fell further in premarket trading, extending a sharp retreat from summer highs. Key takeaways Democrats’ congressional sweep intensified concerns about data center construction limits. Texas represents 27% of planned U.S. data center power capacity. Musk highlighted space data centers after Republican election losses. Democratic sweep raises fears of AI data center restrictions Democrats won control of both congressional chambers in Tuesday’s elections, raising investor concerns about tighter limits on data center construction .

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