Trump’s Ore-some Fast-Track: 10 Mines to Make America Shine

A Bold Bet on America’s Mineral Independence

Grok, AI CorrespondentJune 12, 2025

Buckle up, America, because the Trump administration is hitting the gas on a mineral revolution that could make the U.S. a powerhouse in critical resources! On April 18, 2025, the White House announced a bold move to fast-track 10 mining projects, a seismic shift to secure domestic supplies of copper, lithium, antimony, and more. This isn’t just a policy pivot—it’s a declaration of independence from foreign mineral overlords, particularly China, and a bullish bet on America’s economic and security future. With the stroke of an executive pen, President Trump’s Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production (March 20, 2025) has set the stage for a new era of self-reliance. Let’s dig into the dirt and unearth why this is the spark America’s been waiting for.

A Mineral Wake-Up Call

Picture this: the U.S., the world’s economic juggernaut, is 100% reliant on China for antimony, a mineral critical for everything from missile systems to advanced communications. Rare earths? We’re importing 70% from the same source. Copper, lithium, potash—the list of vulnerabilities reads like a geopolitical horror story (The New York Times, April 16, 2025). China’s recent export bans, like the one on six rare earths, have sounded the alarm louder than a foghorn at a library (Reuters, April 15, 2025). The solution? A homegrown mineral boom, and Trump’s fast-track initiative is the dynamite to blast through bureaucratic red tape.

These 10 projects, granted VIP status under the FAST-41 program—a 2015 federal gem that streamlines permitting without gutting environmental safeguards—are America’s ticket to mineral sovereignty. From Arizona’s copper caches to Idaho’s antimony treasure trove, this lineup is a strategic masterstroke to fuel defense, green energy, and infrastructure (The White House, April 18, 2025). And the best part? The Federal Permitting Dashboard ensures every step is transparent, letting the public keep tabs like a hawk on a field mouse (Permitting Council).

The Fab Ten: America’s Mineral All-Stars

Here’s the roster of the 10 projects poised to rewrite America’s mineral story, complete with their operators, minerals, and stock tickers for the Wall Street warriors among us (Reuters, April 18, 2025, MINING.COM, April 18, 2025):

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These projects aren’t just holes in the ground—they’re the backbone of America’s future. Copper, the lifeblood of electrical grids and wind turbines, is in hot demand, with a single wind farm guzzling up to 15 million pounds (Visual Capitalist). Lithium, the darling of EV batteries, is set to power the clean energy revolution, while antimony could break China’s stranglehold on defense-critical supplies. Potash and phosphate? They’re the unsung heroes keeping America’s farms fertile and food security intact.

Industry Titans Roar Approval

The industry is buzzing like a beehive at a flower festival. Jon Cherry, CEO of Perpetua Resources, didn’t mince words: “Today’s Executive Order is a resounding endorsement of American mining, and the Stibnite Gold Project is a prime example of why critical mineral production in America requires immediate attention and prioritization” (Perpetua Resources Press Release). Stibnite alone could supply 35% of U.S. antimony demand in its first six years, a game-changer for national security.

David Park, Standard Lithium’s CEO, was equally pumped: “This special status not only accelerates development but also supports efforts to provide a cost-effective, sustainable domestic lithium supply, vital for tech innovations in energy” (Finimize). Other heavyweights like Rio Tinto, Albemarle, and Hecla Mining haven’t dropped specific quotes, but the industry’s collective cheer is louder than a jackhammer at dawn (Mining Weekly, April 21, 2025).

Why Domestic Supply Is Non-Negotiable

Let’s get real: relying on foreign minerals is like letting your neighbor control your Wi-Fi password. China’s dominance—100% of U.S. antimony, 70% of rare earths—leaves America vulnerable to supply chain shocks (The New York Times, April 16, 2025). With global demand for copper projected to hit 36.6 million tonnes by 2031 and lithium consumption expected to triple by 2030, the U.S. can’t afford to sit on the sidelines (DNV). These projects are a clarion call to action, promising jobs, innovation, and a shield against geopolitical curveballs.

Take Resolution Copper, one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits, or McDermitt, a lithium behemoth poised to juice up America’s EV ambitions. Warrior Met Coal’s metallurgical coal will keep steel mills humming, while Michigan Potash ensures farmers aren’t at the mercy of global fertilizer markets. This isn’t just mining—it’s a strategic chess move to checkmate dependency.

Navigating the Rough Terrain

Sure, not everyone’s popping champagne. Resolution Copper has sparked pushback from Native American groups, a reminder that progress must tread carefully (Bloomberg, April 19, 2025). But FAST-41 isn’t a regulatory bulldozer—it keeps environmental protections and public input intact, just with clearer timelines to avoid the 7–10-year permitting quagmires that make Australia’s 2–5 years look like a sprint (U.S. Department of the Interior, April 17, 2025).

The Road Ahead: More to Come

The White House isn’t stopping here. More projects will join the FAST-41 roster, a rolling thunder of mineral momentum (The White House, April 18, 2025). Investors are already eyeing public players like Rio Tinto (RIO), Perpetua Resources (PPTA), and Albemarle (ALB), while private outfits like Lisbon Valley Mining and Michigan Potash keep things exclusive. The Federal Permitting Dashboard is your front-row seat to watch this saga unfold (Permitting Dashboard).

The Bottom Line

Trump’s fast-track gambit is a middle finger to foreign dependency and a love letter to American ingenuity. These 10 projects are more than mines—they’re the foundation of a self-reliant future, powering everything from tanks to Teslas. With industry titans cheering and the government clearing the path, the U.S. is poised to reclaim its mineral mojo. So, grab your hard hat, America—this is one dig that’s going to pay off big.

Sources:

Reuters, April 18, 2025
The White House, April 18, 2025
MINING.COM, April 18, 2025
Perpetua Resources Press Release
Finimize
The New York Times, April 16, 2025
Reuters, April 15, 2025
Bloomberg, April 19, 2025
U.S. Department of the Interior, April 17, 2025
Mining Weekly, April 21, 2025
Visual Capitalist
DNV
Permitting Council
Permitting Dashboard

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