In a recent series of developments, former President Trump has focused on addressing the rising energy costs associated with AI data centers. He has called major tech companies, including Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Microsoft, to the White House to sign a pledge that would see them take on the responsibility of building their own power plants and covering the rising electricity costs tied to their operations. This initiative, which Trump is advocating as a way to protect consumers from soaring bills, has raised questions about the feasibility and implications for the national grid. Tech leaders are expected to formalize these agreements in an upcoming meeting, as Trump emphasizes the importance of AI companies contributing more towards their energy needs amid criticism of their reliance on existing power infrastructures.