Trump Doubles Down on AI Data Center Expansion

Trump is doubling down on AI data centers just days after the 2026 midterm elections, declaring that he is "100% in favor" of so-called "Super Intelligence" and promising that states willing to embrace it will become rich. In a Truth Social post Friday morning, Trump described the technology as "GOLD" and criticized state leaders who oppose it as foolish.

The post comes as voters cited concerns over the rapid expansion of AI data centers, including their impact on electricity costs, water supplies, and local communities, as a motivator for voting against Republicans in the midterms. Many candidates made data center opposition a focus of their campaigns, addressing concerns about the industry's impact on utility bills, water resources, and residential communities.

Trump, who campaigned on and failed to deliver half price energy bills without one year, is emphasizing the financial opportunities of the industry rather than addressing those concerns. His latest post offers no concrete commitments to lower household electricity bills or refunds to customers who already paid higher utility costs. He is once again ignoring the results of an election.

This story was originally published by MeidasTouch on Nov 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add MeidasTouch as a Preferred Source by clicking here.