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Trump Administration Backs Standard Nuclear, Small Modular Reactors to Power AI and Compete with China

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Updated Jun 12, 2025, 04:18 PM

The Trump administration is actively promoting a revival of the United States' nuclear energy sector, emphasizing its critical role in the nation's energy future and AI competitiveness. President Trump has issued executive orders aimed at accelerating the development of nuclear power, including new plants and small modular reactors, with support from the Department of Energy. Startups such as Standard Nuclear are at the forefront of this renaissance, benefiting from unprecedented private capital investment and government enthusiasm. This push is partly motivated by the need to compete with China in AI technology, as data centers are projected to consume 12% of U.S.

energy by 2028, requiring reliable, affordable, and clean power sources. Experts like Kathleen Barron of Constellation Energy and Patrick Schweiger of Oklo highlight nuclear power's unique suitability to meet the continuous energy demands of AI infrastructure and underscore its importance in maintaining U.S. leadership in this field. The former Manhattan Project site is being revitalized as a hub for this nuclear and AI race. Additionally, political figures such as Representative Russell Fry emphasize the strategic importance of nuclear energy in states like South Carolina, aligning with the broader America First energy agenda.

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“Energy is the foundation upon which America’s AI future depends.” - Mr. Patrick Schweiger (@oklo)

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“Nuclear power, both existing reactors and advanced plants, are essential to winning the AI race.” - Ms. Kathleen Barron (@ConstellationEG)

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"It is inevitable that advanced nuclear reactors will be part of the energy solution to ensure U.S. leadership in AI.” - Mr. Patrick Schweiger (@oklo)