Advocates say mining would create jobs and help the economy; opponents say mining will pollute the precious boundary waters.

The "Unleashing America's Energy" order, which Trump signed the day he took office, says undue burdens on mines should be ...

After former President Obama issued a mining moratorium in 2016, Donald Trump reversed it during his first term -- and ...

President Trump has long been on the record to undo the Biden administration's ban on mining and there are several ways Trump can do that – administratively and through Congress. But the ...

While the political playing field has become more favorable for mining, the Republican’s proposals still face hurdles.

While the political playing field has become more favorable for mining, the Republican’s proposals still face hurdles.

One of President Trump's Executive Orders is called Unleashing American Energy, and has sections about mining and minerals.

Backers and opponents of a proposed copper mine near Ely, Minn., are gearing up for anticipated action from the incoming ...

Carter and Mondale also added protections to the largest National Wilderness Area east of the Rockies and north of the Everglades, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Jimmy Carter and ...

From his vice presidential pick, to protecting the Boundary Waters and more, much of former President Jimmy Carter’s legacy passes through Minnesota. Former President Jimmy Carter looked to ...