Episode Details

James Morrone, policy analyst at Americans for Prosperity, dives into the U.S. strategy for standing up to China on rare earth minerals, the critical resources powering everything from electronics to military technology. Morrone explains how reliance on Chinese supply chains creates strategic vulnerabilities for the United States and explores potential policy solutions to strengthen domestic production, protect national security, and reduce American dependence on foreign sources. This discussion highlights why rare earths are not just an economic issue, but a key element of global competitiveness and national defense.