Op-ed: Powering AI: BPA Must Play a Critical Role

This press release from Representative Dan Newhouse (R-WA) was published on 2026-07-17 and titled "Op-ed: Powering AI: BPA Must Play a Critical Role".

Op-ed: Powering AI: BPA Must Play a Critical Role

Op-ed: Powering AI: BPA Must Play a Critical Role If we want the United States—not China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea—to lead the next generation of technological innovation, we must treat affordable, reliable electricity as a strategic imperative. The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) helped build the American century. Under its new leadership, it will power the next one. Max.Willens@ma… Fri, 07/17/2026 - 09:38 July 17, 2026