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Gracelyn Baskaran
Director of the Critical Mineral Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, specializing in critical minerals, geopolitics, and supply-chain risks.
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Jan 8, 2026
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Why Trump Wants Greenland
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Gracelyn Baskaran, director of the Critical Minerals Security Program at CSIS, dives into the strategic importance of Greenland's rare earth minerals. She highlights how these resources are vital for U.S. national security amid China's dominance. Gracelyn also discusses the practical challenges of mining in Greenland, including infrastructure hurdles and community opposition. She emphasizes the need for collaborative solutions over military action while assessing the geopolitical landscape. Ed Elson rounds out the conversation by exploring California's proposed billionaire wealth tax and its implications.
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