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Senate reverses Boundary Waters mining ban, unlocking Chilean-backed copper project

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Senate reverses Boundary Waters mining ban, unlocking Chilean-backed copper project
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The Senate narrowly voted 50-49 to overturn Biden’s 20-year mining moratorium in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest via the Congressional Review Act, clearing the way for Twin Metals Minnesota—an Antofagasta subsidiary—to restart plans to mine copper, nickel, cobalt and platinum near the Boundary Waters. Democrats and environmentalists warn of water pollution, while supporters hail a win for mining and jobs; the measure has House support and is headed to President Trump for signature.

Topics:nationpolitics#antofagasta#boundary-waters#mining-moratorium#politics#senate#twin-metals-minnesota
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  1. Senate overturns Boundary Waters protections, a boon for Chilean mining company  CNBC
  2. Senate Votes to Allow Mining Near Boundary Waters Wilderness  The New York Times
  3. Senate votes 50-49 to overturn mining ban near Boundary Waters  MPR News
  4. McFeely: Republicans, including Cramer and Hoeven, sell out Boundary Waters  InForum
  5. US Senate narrowly overturns Minnesota mining ban, sending bill to Trump  Reuters

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