In a pivotal move for U.S. national security, the Pentagon invested $400 million in MP Materials on July 10, 2025, securing a 15% stake to build domestic rare earth magnet production and reduce China’s dominance. This echoes Utah Senate President J. Stuart Adams’ January vision of leveraging the state’s 40 critical minerals to fuel AI and defense. Energy Fuels’ White Mesa Mill stands ready to complement, processing key REEs for military tech and sovereignty.