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Boundary Waters Protected, Jobs Lost | Minneapolis News
Governor Tim Walz just slammed the door on new copper mining in the Boundary Waters with a bold executive order, effectively killing the Twin Metals mine and halting state support for federal reviews. Environmentalists and outfitters are thrilled—calling it a victory for wilderness protection—but labor unions and lawmakers are furious, warning it kills hundreds of jobs and stifles economic growth. The debate over nature vs. industry rages on, with legal battles and future policy decisions looming as the state’s green energy goals hang in the balance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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