The U.S. government will invest $3 billion in critical minerals and battery projects as part of a push to increase domestic production and boost national security and industrial policy.

President Donald Trump said Friday the federal government will fund $180 million in grants for mining schools across the county as part of his administration’s goal of rebuilding the U.S. coal industry.

On August 6, 2026, Core Natural Resources reported second-quarter 2026 net income of $126.5 million on $1.1 billion in revenue, with adjusted EBITDA of $323.6 million.

President Trump has announced over $2 billion in critical mining and mining-related projects to revitalize the industry and over $180 million in mining school investments to bolster the American mining workforce.

US President Donald Trump announced over $2 billion in investments for mining and metals projects on Aug. 7, targeting production of copper, rare earths, graphite and other critical materials.

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