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The Trump administration is halting guaranteed minimum prices for U.S. critical minerals projects due to funding and legal issues, though existing deals and other support continue.
The Trump administration is abandoning plans to guarantee minimum prices for U.S. critical minerals projects due to lack of congressional funding and legal concerns, according to multiple sources.
Senior officials told industry executives in a closed-door meeting that new projects must now prove financial independence without government price support, reversing earlier commitments.
The existing agreement with MP Materials remains in place, but no new price floors will be offered.
The shift comes amid concerns over taxpayer risk and potential legal violations, while the administration continues supporting the sector through equity investments, stockpiling, and tax incentives.
La administración Trump está deteniendo los precios mínimos garantizados para los proyectos de minerales críticos de los Estados Unidos debido a problemas legales y de financiamiento, aunque continúan los acuerdos existentes y otros apoyos.