President Donald J. Trump signed a Presidential Determination July 30, 2026, delegating authority under the Defense Production Act to impose export restrictions on recoverable critical minerals and materials (CMMs). The action aims to secure national defense by addressing reliance on foreign imports of CMMs, which threaten supply chain stability. The Determination identifies CMMs as essential for military production, industrial applications, and critical infrastructure resilience. It grants the Secretary of Commerce authority to implement export controls. CMMs, found in end-of-life industrial products, are critical for advanced defense systems and maintaining technological superiority. The move aligns with prior executive actions to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce dependency on foreign sources.
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