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Americans Enjoy Cheaper Gas, But Utility Bills’ Climb Threatens the GOP

Rising electricity costs are linked to spread of data centers to power AI projects.
A driver refuels a vehicle at an Exxon gas station in Arlington, Virginia, US, on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. A record number of Americans are expected to hit the road over the December holiday period as gas prices slide to lows not seen since the pandemic.Photographer: Kent Nishimura/Bloomberg
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I’m Ben Holland, an economics editor in Washington. Today we’re looking at the rising cost of US utility bills. Send us feedback and tips to ecodaily@bloomberg.net. And if you aren’t yet signed up to receive this newsletter, you can do so here.

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