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The 10 Public Lands Most at Risk for Mining and Drilling — Pete Stauber | ChamberLight

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The 10 Public Lands Most at Risk for Mining and Drilling

Representative Pete Stauber advocated for reversing the mining ban near the Boundary Waters, citing job growth and mineral security.

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This article1 analysis · Apr 11, 2026

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Published Apr 1, 2026

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President Trump's 2025 executive orders prioritizing energy and mineral production have sparked legislative battles over 10 public land sites. The article details efforts by GOP lawmakers to nullify conservation protections in favor of mining and drilling across Alaska, Arizona, Utah, and Minnesota.