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Trump Signs Order to Boost U.S. Mineral Production

3/25/2025

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In a bold move to bolster national security, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025, to accelerate U.S. mineral production. By invoking the Defense Production Act, the initiative seeks to diminish dependence on foreign suppliers, especially China, and fast-track critical minerals like lithium and potash through streamlined federal approvals.

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Story summary

In a bold move to bolster national security, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 20, 2025, to accelerate U.S. mineral production. By invoking the Defense Production Act, the initiative seeks to diminish dependence on foreign suppliers, especially China, and fast-track critical minerals like lithium and potash through streamlined federal approvals.