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Walz officially brings Boundary Waters mining fight to the state level
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points Further details about the mine and the governor's actions are available from the source. A copper-nickel mine has been at the center of a longstanding political dispute.
A copper-nickel mine has been at the center of a longstanding political dispute. The mine, located between Ely and Babbitt, has been debated for about a decade. Its prospects were recently revived by Congress, but this development has been met with resistance from the governor.
The governor is now using state authority in an attempt to stop the mine. This move marks a shift in the fight against the mine, which has been ongoing for some time. Further details about the mine and the governor's actions are available from the source.
The dispute over the mine continues, with the governor's latest move being the most recent development in a decade-long debate.
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