Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to “expedite” deep sea mining

The Verge
By Justine CalmaApr 25, 2025, 8:31 pm476 ptsHot
Donald Trump wants to mine the depths of the ocean for critical minerals ubiquitous in rechargeable batteries, signing an executive order on Thursday to try to expedite mining within US and international waters. It’s a brash move that critics say could create unknown havoc on sea life and coastal economies,…

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