Defend Forgotten America Action Backs Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge

Defend Forgotten America Action (DFAA), a conservative activist group, released a video titled "No Community Left Behind" in support of former President Donald Trump's "Ratepayer Protection Pledge." This pledge is a voluntary agreement aimed at preventing taxpayers from covering the construction and energy consumption costs of new data centers, particularly amidst the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. DFAA founder Jenn Pellegrino narrated the video, emphasizing the need for America to lead in the AI revolution without neglecting communities, drawing parallels to past globalization impacts. She stated that the pledge holds "big corporations accountable" to ensure investments benefit American workers and communities. The group cited the Fort Meade, Florida, city commission's unanimous approval of a hyperscale data center developer agreement as an example of a project moving forward despite significant community opposition. Residents' concerns included energy costs, noise, light pollution, heat, and health issues. DFAA expressed its commitment to a balanced approach at state and local levels, embracing innovation while protecting citizens.