Trump urges more data center construction as public opinion sours on issue
President Trump endorsed data center construction, citing job creation and innovation, despite growing national opposition due to increased utility costs. He encouraged state and local politicians to welcome these facilities, warning that communities rejecting them would be left behind. The issue has become a flashpoint in midterm elections, with some Republican candidates campaigning against data centers.
President Donald Trump expressed strong support for data center construction during a White House event with tech executives, advocating for their development despite growing national opposition. Trump highlighted the significant job creation and innovation spurred by artificial intelligence, which data centers power, stating that any community rejecting such a facility would be