Trump warns data-center backlash threatens AI power

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President Donald Trump said a growing public backlash to data centers in the US could harm local communities and slow the rollout of power infrastructure needed for artificial intelligence. He also warned the backlash could leave China with an advantage in the AI race.

WHO: President Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump warned that backlash to US data centers threatens economic interests and could disadvantage the US in the AI race.

WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 10:36 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Cause not yet established.

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