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Donald Trump's potential rollback of electric vehicle (EV) policies is unlikely to dampen the demand for critical minerals, which are essential for EV batteries and clean energy technologies.
Donald Trump's potential rollback of electric vehicle (EV) policies is unlikely to dampen the demand for critical minerals, which are essential for EV batteries and clean energy technologies. Critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel remain a bipartisan priority due to their strategic importance to U.S. energy independence and national security. While Trump's policies may shift the focus toward domestic mining and reducing reliance on imports—especially from countries like China—investments in critical mineral supply chains are expected to continue growing under both Republican and Democratic leadership. This reflects a broader consensus on bolstering U.S. capabilities in clean energy and advanced manufacturing sectors.