Ariel Wittenberg

Public health reporter for POLITICO’s E&E News. She covers the controversy around Elon Musk's AI company in Memphis.

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May 8, 2025 • 11min

How Memphis became a climate battleground with Elon Musk

Ariel Wittenberg, a public health reporter for POLITICO’s E&E News, discusses the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's AI company in South Memphis. She reveals how the facility has been polluting the area without federal permits, raising significant environmental and health concerns for residents. The episode dives into the implications of air quality issues, rising asthma rates, and the adequacy of current regulations. Wittenberg also highlights how this situation reflects broader national challenges around AI development and energy infrastructure.

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