Ernest Scheider

Ernest Scheider, a senior correspondent for Reuters and author of 'The War Below', along with Gracelyn Baskarin, Director of the Critical Minerals Security Program, dive into the global race for critical minerals. They discuss how these materials are reshaping U.S. foreign policy and alliances, especially with China. The conversation highlights environmental concerns linked to mineral extraction and the geopolitical dynamics in mineral-rich regions. They also touch on the urgent need for domestic production to bolster national security and advance technology.

Ernest Scheider, a Senior Correspondent at Reuters and author of "The War Below," discusses the environmental and geopolitical stakes surrounding America's largest untapped deposit of copper, nickel, and cobalt in Minnesota. He delves into the controversial mining proposals, legal battles, and the Biden administration's efforts to protect the area. Schneider highlights the economic dynamics of local communities, the national security implications of mineral access, and the global supply chain challenges posed by China's dominance in processing critical minerals.