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Mayor Nominee Proposes Grocery Stores Amid Pentagon Controversy

7/18/2025

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New York mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani suggested establishing five city-owned grocery stores to combat food deserts, facing accusations of communism.
The Pentagon has become the majority shareholder of MP Materials, the sole U.S. rare-earths mine, raising concerns about government influence.
Critics claim this decision highlights Trump's focus on national interests over private sector investment.
Apple revealed a partnership with MP Materials for rare-earth recycling, without referencing the Pentagon's role.

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New York mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani suggested establishing five city-owned grocery stores to combat food deserts, facing accusations of communism.
The Pentagon has become the majority shareholder of MP Materials, the sole U.S. rare-earths mine, raising concerns about government influence.
Critics claim this decision highlights Trump's focus on national interests over private sector investment.
Apple revealed a partnership with MP Materials for rare-earth recycling, without referencing the Pentagon's role.