The Guardian Australia ·general ·1 hour ago

US Senate votes to repeal 20-year mining ban near Boundary Waters

The US Senate voted 50-49 on Thursday to repeal a ban on mining near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area, a 20-year moratorium established by President Biden. The legislation, supported by Twin Metals Minnesota, faces potential legal challenges and must secure federal leases and state permits. Environmental advocates condemned the decision, calling it a significant threat.

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