MAHA Movement Urges Trump to Reconsider Coal-Powered AI Data Centers

The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement has expressed concerns to President Trump regarding the use of coal to power AI data centers. In a joint letter, MAHA leaders argue that data centers should not justify increased coal burning, highlighting the public health and environmental issues associated with coal, including soot pollution and mercury. The letter calls for the administration to engage with various stakeholders to develop health-focused standards for AI infrastructure and suggests alternative energy sources such as solar, advanced geothermal, and improved energy efficiency. The letter has been sent to several officials, including Environmental Protection Agency head Lee Zeldin and Energy Secretary Chris Wright. The Trump administration has been promoting coal-fired power as a response to rising energy demands from data centers, with an executive order labeling coal as critical for meeting these needs. The MAHA movement, represented by figures like Zen Honeycutt and Charles Eisenstein, emphasizes the importance of addressing the health impacts of energy choices related to AI development.