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Trump Partners with Microsoft to Cut Rising Electricity Costs

1/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the administration will start with Microsoft to cover electricity costs for data centers.
The plan aims to shield households from rising bills, which Trump says rose by over 30% under President Joe Biden.
Microsoft will implement significant changes this week.
Trump calls data centers essential to the AI boom and says tech firms must "pay their own way."

History

Historical Context

The Energy Policy Act of 2005, signed by President George W. Bush on August 8, aimed to address rising energy costs by promoting renewable energy and efficiency. This legislation marked a significant shift in U.S. energy policy, reflecting ongoing concerns about energy prices. Trump's recent announcement regarding Microsoft’s electricity cost coverage highlights the continued relevance of energy management amid fluctuating bills, which reportedly rose over 30% under Biden.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the administration will start with Microsoft to cover electricity costs for data centers.
The plan aims to shield households from rising bills, which Trump says rose by over 30% under President Joe Biden.
Microsoft will implement significant changes this week.
Trump calls data centers essential to the AI boom and says tech firms must "pay their own way."

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