Can the U.S. Break China's Hold on Critical Minerals?

Last month the U.S. opened its first rare earth mine in 70 years, Ramaco’s Brook Mine in Wyoming, a move the Trump administration says will help break China’s grip on critical minerals. But with China producing 90% of rare earth elements and dominating processing, experts warn progress will be slow, costly, and uncertain. Will enough progress be made before Trump leaves office to continue the momentum?

On this episode of The Miller Report: Real Clear Journalism we are joined by investigative journalist James Varney to discuss whether the U.S. can make a meaningful difference in the critical mineral industry, “undermapped” mineral reserves, and if there is bipartisan momentum. His full investigation can be found here.