Let’s move beyond rare earth headlines—it’s time to build real scale

MP Materials (Credit: courtesy of MP Materials)

America’s global competitiveness is at a critical juncture. As supply chains and critical minerals grow in importance, nations that consistently deliver reliable, high-quality materials at scale will drive innovation and economic growth. 

While new funding and task forces are encouraging, headlines alone will not secure America’s position. The real challenge, and opportunity, lies in building lasting capacity.