Trump Signs Order to Approve Ambler Access Road for Mining in Alaska

The article discusses a recent executive order signed by former President Donald Trump that approves the construction of the Ambler Access Road in Alaska. The road is intended to facilitate mining operations in the Ambler Mining District, a region believed to be rich in valuable minerals. The order also grants the federal government a 10% stake in the mining company Trilogy Metals, which holds the rights to the Ambler Mining District. This move is seen as a way for the government to have a direct financial interest in the project's success. The article suggests that the order is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to promote domestic mineral production and reduce the United States' reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals. However, the decision has faced opposition from environmental groups and some local communities who are concerned about the potential impact on the region's sensitive ecosystems.