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Trump's Order Could Revive Coal Industry Amid AI Surge

3/23/2025

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President Trump's latest executive order could redefine coal as a critical mineral, sparking a revival in domestic production through the Defense Production Act. This bold initiative aims to bolster the struggling coal industry, facing fierce competition from natural gas and surging electricity demands driven by AI, while reshaping investment and regulatory landscapes in the process.

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President Trump's latest executive order could redefine coal as a critical mineral, sparking a revival in domestic production through the Defense Production Act. This bold initiative aims to bolster the struggling coal industry, facing fierce competition from natural gas and surging electricity demands driven by AI, while reshaping investment and regulatory landscapes in the process.