us is Hoarding minerals!
The U.S. is ramping up efforts to secure critical minerals (like lithium, rare earths, nickel, cobalt) that are essential for defense, EVs, semiconductors, and clean energy.
Washington has launched a multi-billion-dollar stockpiling and supply-chain initiative to reduce dependence on foreign sources — especially China.
The strategy goes beyond stockpiles: it also focuses on boosting domestic mining, processing, recycling, and partnering with allies such as Canada and Australia.
Congress and federal agencies are backing this with new funding and policy support, including export financing for mineral projects.
The move is driven by national security concerns, supply-chain risks, and the global race for tech and energy dominance.
Bottom line: Critical minerals are becoming the “new oil,” and the U.S. is building reserves and local supply chains to protect its economy, military readiness, and clean-energy future.
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