Adversarial nations and strategic competitors currently dominate global supplies of rare earth elements—and control much of the world’s processing capacity for other critical minerals. These resources are essential for everything from fighter jets and submarines to semiconductors, satellites, and energy infrastructure. Without secure access to them, America’s economic future and national defense are at risk, particularly with rapidly growing needs from data centers and AI.

That’s why President Trump’s recent Executive Order on offshore critical minerals is more than smart policy. It’s a strategic imperative.

Read more in RealClearEnergy here.

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