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March 30, 2026
Trump guts the federal watchdog as Silicon Valley pushes a nuclear revival.
They’re hyping up next-generation reactors as a way to meet data center energy demand. Meanwhile, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has lost more than 400 people, largely those working on safety.
TL;DR
- Silicon Valley is promoting next-generation nuclear reactors.
- These reactors are seen as a solution for data center energy demand.
- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has lost over 400 employees, mainly safety workers.
- A former NRC chair questions the commission's independence and interests.
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