Rare earths: Federal backing and tech advances aim to help the U.S. catch up to China michael November 22, 2025 A rare earth minerals mine in China’s Jiangsu province, photographed in 2010. /AFP via Getty Images About Author michael See author's posts Post navigation Previous Journalist Matt Taibbi on the Democrats’ ‘Defy Illegal Orders’ Message: ‘Reminds Me of the Beginning of Russiagate’ (VIDEO)Next In Miami Beach, the New York City mayoral election is an opportunity Related Stories New Bill in Florida Would Allow Professors at Public Universities to Carry Concealed Weapons on Campus for Emergencies New Bill in Florida Would Allow Professors at Public Universities to Carry Concealed Weapons on Campus for Emergencies March 7, 2026 Victor Davis Hanson Explains Why You Can’t Negotiate With Iran – And Why They’re Losing (VIDEO) Victor Davis Hanson Explains Why You Can’t Negotiate With Iran – And Why They’re Losing (VIDEO) March 7, 2026 Insane Footage Shows Tornado Ripping Through Southwest Michigan (VIDEO) Insane Footage Shows Tornado Ripping Through Southwest Michigan (VIDEO) March 7, 2026