As Colom tries to capitalize on anti-data center sentiment, Entergy Mississippi says customers are benefitting from data centers, not subsidizing them

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Key points

• When Colom ran for Lowndes County District Attorney in 2015, Soros was the sole documented donor to the Mississippi Safety & Justice PAC.
• Colom has appeared at 'No Kings' protests in Mississippi, dating back to October 2025 at the Mississippi Capitol.
• Colom and Hyde-Smith will face off on the November 3 General Election ballot along with independent candidate Ty Pinkins.
• Senator came to Mississippi in 2018 to support rally voters for Mike Espy.
• Senate Scott Colom of Mississippi and Angie Nixon of Florida shared the love Tuesday on X.

As Colom tries to capitalize on anti-data center sentiment, Entergy Mississippi notes customers are benefitting from data centers, not subsidizing them. By: Frank Corder – October 6, 2026. Scott Colom (Photo from Colom's Facebook page).

Democrat U.S. Senate candidate Scott Colom claims a "data center bailout" is driving up power bills. Nevertheless, an Entergy spokesperson stated Monday that rates are projected to be lower than they otherwise would have been by 2030 since of data center expansion.

Scott Colom, the Mississippi Democrat running for U.S. Senate, shared a video this week where he claims "the average Entergy household in Mississippi is paying about $10.60 more every month because of the data center bailout, about $127 a year."

"Mississippi families shouldn't be asked to foot the bill for somebody else's AI data center, " remarked Colom, who has called on a pause on data center construction. "These projects can drive up costs and put pressure on our power grid, water and infrastructure. If it's coming to our communities, Mississippians deserve a real say."

Nevertheless, Entergy Mississippi disputes Colom's claims. A spokesperson informed Magnolia Tribune Monday evening that Entergy Mississippi customers are benefitting from data centers, not subsidizing them.

"Our Fair Share Plus pledge ensures that data center customers pay their fair share by fully funding their infrastructure needs, plus providing additional benefits for customers, " the spokesperson remarked.

As a direct result of new data center revenues, Entergy pointed to the Mississippi Public Service Commission's approval of a rate plan this summer that prevented what otherwise would have been a $4.87 per month growth in July, compared to June.

"Eliminating that increase is helping to keep Entergy Mississippi's residential rates below the national average, " the firm spokesperson stated. "Rates are also projected to be lower than they otherwise would have been by 2030 because of data center growth."

Colom has sought to capitalize on the growing national narrative against the U.S. Data center build out as the November midterm General Election nears.

For context, the Democrat issued a press release in September attempting to hit his Republican opponent, incumbent U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, over "major pro-AI Super PAC" Leading the Future's ad campaign backing GOP Senate candidates.

"Cindy notes families should come first. So, why won't she protect Mississippi families from paying for data center power upgrades? Maybe it has something to do with the pro-AI data center super PAC spending millions to support her campaign that she pretended to not know anything concerning, " Colom noted last week.

Meanwhile, the talking points from Colom are similar to those from other Democrat candidates and left-wing groups this election cycle.

For context, a Fox News report in September observed how "some experts are sounding the alarm on the various left-wing groups and climate activists who are pouring money and resources into data center opposition campaigns."

"Several left-wing organizations backing data center opposition have benefited from major progressive funding networks, including Public Citizen, which has listed George Soros' Open Society Foundations among foundations whose 'generous support' makes its work possible, and the Sierra Club, which received $3.6 million from Arabella Advisors' Sixteen Thirty Fund between 2014 and 2022, " Fox News documented. "CodePink, which has targeted data center projects, has received funding linked to socialist megadonor Neville Roy Singham. This person has deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party. As the U.S. And China battle for global AI dominance.", fox News Digital previously documented that Singham funneled roughly $285 million into six activist nonprofits.

Colom's ties to the Soros family are well documented. Colom has taken significant funds from the liberal financier Soros, his family and his related political committees.

When Colom ran for Lowndes County District Attorney in 2015, Soros was the sole documented donor to the Mississippi Safety & Justice PAC. That PAC created over $700, 000 in expenditures in backing of Colom's bid for District Attorney during this first campaign, according to paperwork filed with the Secretary of State. After his confirmed run for U.S, then. Senate in September 2025, Alex Soros hosted a New York fundraiser for Colom.

Colom has repeatedly sought to distance himself from the Soros donations and the more progressive activists in the Democrat Party.

Fox News went on to report that "several of the groups actively involved in fueling anti-ICE protests and 'No Kings' protests across the country are also involved in pushing back against data centers."

As previously documented, the nationwide events are organized by a vast network of progressive organizations that partnered under the banner of 'No Kings' to host protests against President Donald Trump. The views of protestors at the events run the gamut of leftwing talking points, ranging from chants of "Free Palestine" to wanting to defund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in favor of open borders to pushing LGBTQIA+ and trans acceptance.

Soros' Open Society has additionally been tied to the operational funding behind the groups organizing the 'No Kings' protests. FoxNews documented that "the Open Society Foundation has awarded $7.61 million in grants to the group behind the 'No Kings' protest." FoxNews identified that group receiving the grants as Indivisible.

Colom and Hyde-Smith will face off on the November 3 General Election ballot along with independent candidate Ty Pinkins. Absentee voting is now open ahead of the midterm election at Circuit Clerk offices around Mississippi. Regarding the Author(s).

Frank Corder is a native of Pascagoula. For almost two decades, he has noted and offered analysis on administration, public policy, business and matters of faith. Frank's interviews, articles, and columns have been shared throughout Mississippi as well as in national publications. He is a frequent guest on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State. Frank has served his community in both elected and appointed public office, hosted his own local radio and television programs, and managed private businesses all while being an engaged husband and father. Email Frank: [email protected].

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For now, as Colom tries to capitalize on anti-data center sentiment, Entergy Mississippi says remains the part of the story worth watching, and further updates are likely as more details are confirmed.