US miners eye copper comeback as demand rises

Herriman, UTAH – The demand for copper in the U.S. is set to double in the next 10 years – but the nation lacks the production to meet that demand unless steps are taken to ease restrictions on new mines. 

President Donald Trump hopes to change this after signing an executive order on Thursday to increase American mineral production.

"The United States possesses vast mineral resources that can create jobs, fuel prosperity, and significantly reduce our reliance on foreign nations," the order reads.