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Burgum: 100 years ago, the US was ‘the mining powerhouse’

Secretary Doug Burgum underscores the essential role coal has played in building American strength and why it remains critical to our energy future. He highlights the need to restore domestic mining capacity to secure reliable power, strengthen national security, and support economic growth. As energy demand rises, coal continues to be a cornerstone of American energy independence.