Trump Dealing With New Shortage

Trump has a new problem to deal with.

America is staring down a new crisis—a massive copper shortage—and once again, President Donald J. Trump is stepping up with decisive leadership to protect the nation’s economy, energy independence, and national security.

Copper is essential to everything from power grids to advanced defense systems. But while demand is skyrocketing, the U.S. is dangerously dependent on foreign sources. That’s about to change.

⚒️ A Made-in-America Solution Is Coming

Ivanhoe Electric, a patriotic, U.S.-based company, is preparing to open the first new American copper mine in over a decade. Their Santa Cruz Project, located near Casa Grande, Arizona, is moving at unprecedented speed—expected to begin production by 2028.

“It’s like tomorrow in mining terms,” said Taylor Melvin, CEO of Ivanhoe Electric. “Thanks to being on private land, we’ve bypassed red tape and accelerated the timeline.”

📈 Trump Acts Swiftly to Secure America’s Copper Supply

In March, President Trump issued an executive order pushing to add copper to the nation’s critical minerals list. This move would:

• Fast-track permits
• Provide tax incentives to domestic producers
• Reduce America’s reliance on foreign copper

Then, on July 8, Trump delivered again—announcing a 50% tariff on copper imports starting August 1. The goal? Prioritize American jobs, American resources, and American security.

💥 Copper Demand Set to Explode — Are We Ready?

According to the International Energy Agency, copper demand is expected to surge from 26 million tons in 2024 to nearly 40 million tons by 2050. But most current mines will be depleted before then.

“We need copper for everything,” said Melvin.

“From building AI data centers to upgrading the electric grid and supporting our defense industry—no other metal is more essential.”

🛠️ High-Paying Jobs and American Prosperity

The Santa Cruz Project is projected to:

• Create over 900 full-time construction jobs
• Sustain 600+ long-term mining positions
• Offer six-figure salaries
• Produce nearly 3 billion pounds of copper over 23 years

That’s the kind of economic revitalization only a Trump-backed initiative delivers.

🏛️ A President Who Puts American Resources First

“In my 25 years in the copper industry, I’ve never seen a more pro-America environment for mining,” Melvin noted.

“To be a U.S. company with U.S. copper, on U.S. soil, under a president who supports American energy—that’s historic.”

🔑 Why This Matters to You:

• Energy Costs: Copper keeps power flowing—affecting everything from air conditioning to electric bills.
• Retirement Security: A strong mining sector means stable jobs and thriving local economies.
• National Defense: America cannot afford to rely on adversaries like China for critical metals.

📢 BOTTOM LINE:

Thanks to President Trump’s leadership, America is finally taking control of its copper supply. With bold tariffs, faster permits, and support for companies like Ivanhoe Electric, we’re putting America First—again.