White House weighs executive order to fast-track deep-sea mining, sources say

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1. The White House is considering an executive order to fast-track permitting for deep-sea mining in international waters, allowing companies to bypass a United Nations-backed review process. This move would be part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to tap into international deposits of critical minerals such as nickel and copper. The International Seabed Authority, created by the UN, has been working on standards for deep-sea mining, but the US has not ratified the convention and may instead allow companies to seek permits through the US Department of Commerce. Companies argue that deep-sea mining has a smaller environmental impact than mining on land, but environmental groups express concerns about the potential risks to marine life. The move could raise tensions with other nations competing for resources in international waters and is seen as part of Trump’s “America First” economic policies, aiming to reduce China’s control over critical mineral production and processing.

2. These dudes are hellbent on opening up the world for exploitation in every way conceivable.

   It’s horrifying to witness.

3. These people would be first in line to strip mine Yellowstone and Yosemite if rare earth elements were found below their surfaces. It’s so unfortunate.

4. This will cause naval wars and piracy. What a dumb idea

5. Why? This will endanger deep sea creatures and even destroy entire ecosystem of oceans. Aren’t they already opening new mines across the globe? What happened to mining dead celestial bodies? 

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