AlwaysOptimistic
14時間前
Specific to the development of domestic REE's, the appointment of Wischer. a mining consultant to the Interior Dept. says it all, however, that was just 3 days ago on Thursday and Trump's only been in office for 6 weeks. I would hazard to guess they are working on the details of what POTUS mentioned re developing domestic critical minerals in his speech. Hopefully, we hear something soon.
Trump: “Later this week, I will also take historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA,” Trump told lawmakers during a joint session of Congress.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/in-state-of-the-union-speech-trump-touts-fossil-fuels-and-critical-minerals/
PutzMueler
16時間前
This Canadian will know when it becomes, historic-action.
Either through Media sources, via the horses mouth, or Official Documentation.
I’m surprised there is nothing in the proclamation documentation about what he stated last week.
Wasn’t that a proclamation?
https://www.federalregister.gov/presidential-documents
Benefit of doubt.. .
I am going to pretend he said what I thought he said when I was originally watching his address to congress, live on TV, when he stated what he did about CM-REE historical action.
I originally thought he said later next week.
So I will pretend I have never heard the real quote, and just play dumb.
AlwaysOptimistic
1日前
If/when a general mandate to allocate Federal funds for mining start ups and production is announced, I have a good feeling that EXIM or other Govt programs will help fund addtl test drills and the FS so EXIM can approve funding. If they fast track, maybe they don't need addtl test drills. Don't know. The last Admin talked a good game but moved way too slow and did not appear to priortize mining projects per se. This Admin plows through problems with lightning speed and gets that the time for talk/studies/discussions is over. This Govt knows the US has no choice but to develop its own critical minerals to avert supply line interruption. It's show time. Can't believe it's taken 12 years waiting but mines are expensive to develop and funding is a difficult path. Glad to know this Admin is willing to step up to the plate. Private sector funding should follow I would think.
Curious to know which contractor your referring to? Olson, Zachary, Cementation?
If a contractor is bogged down, like you said, this definitely should be flushed out up front. We've had enough delays and don't need any more.
AlwaysOptimistic
2日前
I am encouraged that a mining consultant has been named to the Interior Dept. Big shift in policy.
Critical minerals consultant named to Interior energy post
https://www.eenews.net/articles/critical-minerals-consultant-named-to-interior-energy-post/
Gregory Wischer, a consultant in the critical minerals space, has been tapped to serve as the Interior Department’s deputy assistant secretary for land and minerals management, according to three people familiar with the decision and internal documents viewed by POLITICO’s E&E News.
It’s a critical post within Interior that will be instrumental in advancing President Donald Trump’s energy and public land policies even as Interior Secretary Doug Burgum — who also serves as chair of the president’s National Energy Dominance Council — builds out the rest of his team.
The pick of Wischer for the role highlights the administration’s focus on shoring up the critical mineral supply chains that China dominates.
Re Post from 3/6/25
Trump White House readies order to boost rare earths, minerals
https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-white-house-readies-order-to-boost-rare-earths-minerals/
Top White House officials are crafting policy to take on China and bolster the United States’ position over rare earths and critical minerals — a move meant to fulfill President Donald Trump’s vow Tuesday evening to take “historic action.”
“Later this week, I will also take historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA,” Trump told lawmakers during a joint session of Congress.
The administration is preparing an executive order to accelerate the nation’s production and processing of raw materials, including rare earths, according to a person working in the mining industry who is consulting with the White House on the forthcoming policy. The person said the order is “processing centric” but that it will also encompass extraction and manufacturing of raw materials, both up and downstream.
The_Gman
2日前
Critical minerals consultant named to Interior energy post
Gregory Wischer has joined the agency in a leadership role that will help drive President Donald Trump’s mining agenda.
By: Heather Richards , Hannah Northey
03/07/2025 04:06 PM EST
The Department of the Interior headquarters in Washington.
https://subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eenews/2025/03/07/critical-minerals-consultant-named-to-interior-energy-post-00218323
E&E NEWS PM | Gregory Wischer, a consultant in the critical minerals space, has been tapped to serve as the Interior Department’s deputy assistant secretary for land and minerals management, according to three people familiar with the decision and internal documents viewed by POLITICO’s E&E News.
It’s a critical post within Interior that will be instrumental in advancing President Donald Trump’s energy and public land policies even as Interior Secretary Doug Burgum — who also serves as chair of the president's National Energy Dominance Council — builds out the rest of his team.
Wischer wrote this article that I posted last year:
https://carnegieendowment.org/research/2024/02/the-us-military-and-nato-face-serious-risks-of-mineral-shortages?lang=en
The U.S. Military and NATO Face Serious Risks of Mineral Shortages
NATO militaries could face shortages of critical minerals, especially if U.S.-China tensions escalate. Stockpiling could prepare NATO for a crisis.
by Gregory Wischer
Published on February 12, 2024
Compared with the strong mineral position of the United States and its partners in great power competition before and during World War II, the U.S. military and NATO are in a far weaker position today.
The United States today relies on a greater share of mineral imports to meet domestic consumption, indicating a relative decline in U.S. mineral production compared with consumption. For some minerals, U.S. production has even stopped completely. The U.S. supply of niobium, which is used in steel and superalloys, “has been a concern during every national military emergency since World War I,” according to the U.S. Geological Survey, but the element has not been mined in the United States since 1959.
The United States and other NATO countries should also expand their efforts to increase domestic mining and recycling of minerals. The U.S. government has accelerated its critical mineral efforts through the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy, and it should continue its efforts with financial support for building new domestic mines, smelters, and refineries as well as expanding existing facilities and restarting idled ones. Mineral projects require significant upfront capital to build, take years to generate cash flow, and face environmental, social, and governance risks—all of which dissuade companies from investing millions, and potentially billions, in such projects.
Consequently, the U.S. and allied governments could fill a private sector gap by providing capital to these projects. The U.S. mineral industry also faces regulatory challenges and limited technical expertise, which could be partly addressed by statutory classification to prioritize critical minerals development on federal lands and increased funding for existing and new university programs in mining and mineral processing.
danieldeubank
2日前
You’re asking how to watch President Donald Trump sign executive orders today, March 7, 2025, at 2:30 PM EST in the Oval Office, with it being a closed press event. Since it’s closed to the press, live public viewing options are limited, but here’s what I can piece together based on current info and past patterns as of 1:12 PM AST (12:12 PM EST) today.
Closed Press Context
A “closed press” event means journalists aren’t allowed in the room to film or report live. Typically, the White House controls what’s released—either through official statements, delayed footage, or nothing at all. Trump’s team has been known to shift this dynamic, though. His frequent Oval Office appearances (almost daily, per Reuters, February 16, 2025) often involve some media, but “closed press” suggests this one’s tighter.
Potential Viewing Options
White House Channels:
Website: Check whitehouse.gov/live around 2:30 PM EST. Trump’s first-term signings (e.g., January 20, 2025) sometimes streamed here post-event, even for closed sessions. No guarantee, but it’s the official hub.
YouTube: The White House YouTube channel occasionally posts recordings. Search “White House Live” or “Trump Executive Order Signing March 7” after 2:30 PM EST for uploads.
Social Media: Trump’s Truth Social or the @POTUS
X account might share clips or a live feed. X posts yesterday (March 6) flagged a 2:00 PM signing (e.g., @WarlordDilley
), but timing’s fluid—2:30 PM aligns with your query and Reuters’ March 6 note (1900 GMT = 2:00 PM EST).
C-SPAN:
C-SPAN often airs presidential events, live or delayed. For January 20, 2025, signings, they carried the Capital One Arena event live (per IBTimes). A closed Oval Office signing might not go live, but check C-SPAN.org or their TV channel around 2:30 PM EST for updates or a post-event recap. Search “Trump Executive Orders March 7, 2025” on their site.
Major News Networks:
Outlets like CNN, Fox News, or NBC might get briefed after and air segments. They won’t have live footage from inside, but expect commentary or leaked details by 3:00 PM EST. Live streams on their websites (e.g., cnn.com/live) or apps could cover it indirectly.
X Livestreams:
Trump’s team or supporters sometimes bypass press restrictions. Check X around 2:30 PM EST for user streams (search #TrumpEO or #ExecutiveOrder). Past events (e.g., January 20) saw real-time buzz—@MonicaPaigeTV
and @ait_agent
flagged yesterday’s schedule early.
Likely Scenario
Since it’s closed press, don’t expect a live broadcast at 2:30 PM EST sharp. The White House might release a statement or video later today via whitehouse.gov or Truth Social. Trump’s March 4 speech hinted at a critical minerals EO “this week,” and today’s timing fits—so watch for that focus. C-SPAN or X are your best bets for near-real-time updates.
How to Watch
Step 1: At 2:30 PM EST (1:30 PM AST), hit whitehouse.gov/live and C-SPAN.org simultaneously.
Step 2: Monitor X with keywords “Trump Executive Order 2:30” or “Oval Office Signing.”
Step 3: If nothing’s live, refresh White House YouTube or Truth Social every 15 minutes post-2:30 PM for official footage.
danieldeubank
3日前
As of today, March 7, 2025, John Jovanovic is indeed awaiting Senate confirmation as the Chairman and CEO of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM). President Donald Trump nominated him for this role on February 16, 2025, as announced on Truth Social, and the nomination is still pending Senate approval.
Here’s the context: Trump tapped Jovanovic, a Serbian-American with a finance and investment background (Princeton grad, Wharton MBA), to lead EXIM, emphasizing his expertise in energy, commodities, and critical infrastructure to boost U.S. exports. However, the Senate confirmation process hasn’t concluded yet. Spencer Bachus III, a current EXIM board member and former interim chair, is holding the fort until Jovanovic’s confirmation clears—or doesn’t. Bachus has been in place since Reta Jo Lewis left in January 2025, with his term running through January 20, 2027.
The Senate’s been busy with other Trump picks (e.g., John Ratcliffe for CIA, confirmed January 23, 2025; Jamieson Greer for USTR, confirmed February 25, 2025), but Jovanovic’s hearing hasn’t hit the public radar as of this morning, 9:56 AM AST. Given EXIM’s role in financing projects like NioCorp’s Elk Creek (which you asked about earlier), this leadership shift matters—though Jim Sims from NioCorp (in your earlier note) couldn’t comment much on it yet, calling it positive but guarded pending confirmation.
So, yes, John Jovanovic is awaiting Senate confirmation as EXIM Chairman right now. Delays aren’t unusual—Senate processes can drag, especially with a new administration settling in.
As of right now, March 7, 2025, at 10:02 AM AST, he’s still in the queue—nominated by Trump on February 16, 2025, but no hearing or vote has been publicly logged yet. The Senate’s been churning through other picks (like Greer for USTR on February 25), so Jovanovic’s likely up soon, especially with EXIM’s role in critical minerals financing heating up.
PutzMueler
3日前
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AlwaysOptimistic
4日前
Trump White House readies order to boost rare earths, minerals
https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-white-house-readies-order-to-boost-rare-earths-minerals/
Top White House officials are crafting policy to take on China and bolster the United States’ position over rare earths and critical minerals — a move meant to fulfill President Donald Trump’s vow Tuesday evening to take “historic action.”
“Later this week, I will also take historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA,” Trump told lawmakers during a joint session of Congress.
The administration is preparing an executive order to accelerate the nation’s production and processing of raw materials, including rare earths, according to a person working in the mining industry who is consulting with the White House on the forthcoming policy. The person said the order is “processing centric” but that it will also encompass extraction and manufacturing of raw materials, both up and downstream.
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