GOP govs join Trump pledge designed to shield ratepayers from data center costs

Republican governors have joined President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge, which aims to ensure that the expenses of building and operating data centers don't get passed on to consumers through higher utility bills. Initially signed in March, the pledge now includes more GOP leaders, utility services, and tech firms. This move underscores the growing concern among Republicans about how infrastructure costs are managed and highlights a bipartisan effort to protect consumers from unexpected financial burdens.