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Trump Signs Order to Boost U.S. Copper Production

3/24/2025

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In Herriman, Utah, President Trump took a bold step by signing an executive order to ramp up U.S. copper production, responding to soaring demand. This move could lift mining restrictions and fast-track permits for new mines, offering a lifeline to companies like Rio Tinto, which has struggled to launch new operations.

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Story summary

In Herriman, Utah, President Trump took a bold step by signing an executive order to ramp up U.S. copper production, responding to soaring demand. This move could lift mining restrictions and fast-track permits for new mines, offering a lifeline to companies like Rio Tinto, which has struggled to launch new operations.