Trump Advisor Calls for Big Tech to Bear AI Data Center Costs

What Happened

A former trade advisor to President Donald Trump made headlines by urging that major technology companies be made responsible for the costs associated with building and operating AI data centers. The advisor argued that Big Tech firms such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon should “internalize the cost” rather than rely on resources funded or subsidized by local utilities or taxpayers. This comes as growing demand for generative AI drives new data center construction, raising concerns about energy usage, water demand, and strain on infrastructure. The comments reflect ongoing debate about who should pay for the rapid expansion of AI capabilities and the infrastructure supporting them.

Why It Matters

This development highlights rising tensions around the social and environmental costs of AI infrastructure. As Big Tech expands data operations to support artificial intelligence, questions arise about resource allocation and who finances these massive projects. Read more in our AI News Hub