Hudson Releases Statement on Biden Administration Cancellation of Domestic Mineral Leases

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement after the Biden administration revoked existing mineral leases for the Twin Metals mine in Minnesota:

“Once again, the Biden administration is killing American jobs in favor of countries like China. The Administration’s own renewable energy targets cannot be met without increasing mineral development. Why wouldn’t we want those resources and jobs to be American instead of foreign imports,” asked Rep. Hudson. “Simply put, today’s hypocritical action will cost good jobs and threaten America’s leadership in the vital mineral industry. Energy security is national security, and I look forward to working with my Energy and Commerce Committee colleagues on our commitment to safely expand domestic energy and mineral development that will grow our economy and create more American jobs.”

Read more about today's announcement here.