Trump's Empty Promise: The Ratepayer Protection Pledge Falls Short The White House's latest attempt to reassure Americans about data center buildouts and their impact on electricity bills is nothing more than a public relations stunt.
President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge, signed by over 200 entities including major utility companies and tech giants like Google and Meta, promises to shield ordinary consumers from price hikes caused by the rapid growth of data centers.
However, this pledge is non binding, meaning those who sign on are not legally obligated to follow through with their commitments.