Steve is joined by Christopher Guith, Senior Vice President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Global Energy Institute, to talk about the Pebble Mine project and why it represents a national security imperative. He explains how access to critical minerals from Pebble Mine is essential for U.S. energy independence, technology development, and global competitiveness, and how delays or restrictions can leave America reliant on foreign sources. Guith highlights the intersection of resource development, economic growth, and national security, showing why strategic mining projects like Pebble are vital for protecting the country’s future.