Event Brief
Trump to Launch $12B Initiative Against China's Mineral Grip
Filed: Feb 02, 2026 at 11:06 AM ET
Summary: The Trump administration unveils a $12 billion plan to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals.
WHO: Trump administration
WHAT: Launching a $12 billion initiative to curb China's mineral dominance
WHEN: Feb 02, 2026 at 10:33 AM ET
WHERE: United States
WHY: To reduce US reliance on China for critical minerals
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