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Trump Tells Communities to Demand $10,000–$20,000 From AI Data Centers

By Drooid · Oct 26, 2026, 4:08 PM UTC · How we work

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced at rallies that communities should demand AI data center developers pay residents $10,000–$20,000 each.
A CNBC survey found 63% of respondents oppose AI data centers within 10 miles, while 13% support them.
Republican-leaning voters oppose a nearby data center at 40% and support it at only 24%.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee warned the backlash could endanger Senate races, citing Ohio Sen. Jon Husted’s reelection.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced at rallies that communities should demand AI data center developers pay residents $10,000–$20,000 each.
A CNBC survey found 63% of respondents oppose AI data centers within 10 miles, while 13% support them.
Republican-leaning voters oppose a nearby data center at 40% and support it at only 24%.
The National Republican Senatorial Committee warned the backlash could endanger Senate races, citing Ohio Sen. Jon Husted’s reelection.