Inside the Midwest Energy Summit: Power, Policy, and the Future of America’s Grid
North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread kicks things off by breaking down why President Trump wants to eliminate Obamacare and why health insurance should return to state-level control. Godfread argues that states—not Washington—know their people best.
Next, Scott is joined by Bria Shea, President of Xcel Energy for ND, MN, and SD. She delivers a powerful look at the state of energy across the Upper Midwest, including the ongoing battle over coal, the future of nuclear power, and Xcel’s new siting study to determine where a nuclear plant could be built in North Dakota. Her message is clear: reliable, homegrown energy will shape America’s strength.
Finally, Stacey Dahl from Minnkota Power Cooperative steps in to explain why the Upper Midwest is becoming a prime destination for massive AI data centers. With our climate, space, and energy resources, Dahl says the region is poised for explosive growth—bringing jobs, technology, and new opportunity.
This episode digs into energy security, nuclear expansion, AI growth, and America’s push for reliability, making it a must-watch for anyone who cares about the future of our power grid.
