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Trump Pushes Mineral Deals Amid Legal Protections Debate

12/16/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump is intensifying efforts to secure mineral deals with private companies and international allies.
A senior White House official said Trump seeks congressional protection for these projects against lawsuits.
Jarrod Agen of the National Energy Dominance Council said minerals are central to Trump's “America First” agenda.
The administration has invested in mining projects and taken equity stakes in MP Materials and Lithium Americas, drawing scrutiny.

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U.S. President Donald Trump is intensifying efforts to secure mineral deals with private companies and international allies.
A senior White House official said Trump seeks congressional protection for these projects against lawsuits.
Jarrod Agen of the National Energy Dominance Council said minerals are central to Trump's “America First” agenda.
The administration has invested in mining projects and taken equity stakes in MP Materials and Lithium Americas, drawing scrutiny.