Trump says voters who oppose data centers will ‘kill the Golden Goose’
President Donald Trump attacked voters who oppose data centers Monday morning, warning that they will have only themselves to blame if they “kill the golden goose.”
TL;DR
- President Trump warns voters opposing data centers risk economic backwardness and poverty.
- He advocates for embracing data centers for economic success, lower taxes, and job creation.
- A recent poll indicates 51% of Americans disagree with Trump's assessment, and 61% oppose data center construction in their communities.
- Concerns about data centers increasing utility bills, automating jobs, and disrupting neighborhoods are growing.
- Vice President JD Vance acknowledges concerns about rising energy prices and suggests data centers should add power to the grid.
- The White House has a voluntary pledge for tech companies to cover energy costs, with no enforcement.
- Trump also warned that opposition to data centers could benefit China's AI development.
- Some Republicans running for office are distancing themselves from Trump and criticizing data centers due to public opposition.