AI Superintelligence and US-China Competition: Expert David Dunmoyer Backs Pro-Growth Tech Policy Amid Data Center Debates

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the United States accelerates its pursuit of AI superintelligence, artificial intelligence expert David Dunmoyer is echoing recent pro-growth sentiments from President Donald Trump, warning that overly restrictive global regulations could cede America’s technological edge to China. This strategic push comes amid intensifying political battles over the environmental impact of AI data centers, particularly in key battleground states like New York.

During a recent discussion on the future of technology, President Trump emphasized that “whoever wins AI, super intelligence wins,” asserting that the United States is currently leading China by a significant margin. He vowed to maintain this advantage without stifling growth in a sector he described as potentially bigger than the Industrial Revolution and the internet itself. The administration pledged to encourage superintelligence development while ensuring it is monitored closely and responsibly through the Department of Justice, noting that America has never been a nation that retreats from a frontier, no matter how daunting the challenge.

David Dunmoyer, an AI policy expert, agreed with the administration’s comparison of this moment to the early days of the internet. He warned against the dangers of a fragmented global regulatory regime. Dunmoyer pointed out that if hardware is manufactured in China, software is developed in the U.S., and restrictive regulations are dictated by Europe, the unintended consequence would be that major American tech giants like Amazon and Google would inevitably relocate their operations to China. Instead, Dunmoyer stressed that America’s true superpower lies in its ability to build great products that benefit from information technology, a strength that must be protected.

The conversation also highlighted a growing midterm political fight surrounding AI data centers and their consumption of electricity and water. The AI sector has actively pushed back against environmental concerns, with industry representatives pledging to supply the necessary energy to support infrastructure expansion without overburdening local grids.

Nowhere is this debate more heated than in New York State, where Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul is locked in a tight race with Republican Bruce Blakeman. The political maneuvering around tech infrastructure has become a central campaign issue. Hochul has faced scrutiny over her handling of the sector, including implementing a moratorium on certain data center developments while attempting to criticize Blakeman for his support of them.

In response, political critics have accused the governor of destroying upstate New York farmland with what they describe as useless solar farms, arguing that some projects poison the environment with heavy metals. Advocates for the tech industry point to a stark numerical contrast: there are approximately 200 data centers in New York State compared to 71,000 solar projects. Furthermore, industry defenders note that golf courses use 40 times more water than data centers, while the latter create substantial, good-paying jobs for local communities.

Addressing these local concerns, Dunmoyer acknowledged that the anxiety surrounding data centers draining neighborhood water and electricity resources is valid and must be taken seriously. He emphasized that there is a clear need for guardrails to ensure companies and stakeholders are actively involving local communities in the development process. However, Dunmoyer cautioned that the United States cannot halt AI development at all costs. Maintaining momentum in superintelligence research, he concluded, remains a vital and non-negotiable tool in the broader strategic competition with China.