Republicans deploy little-known law to open Minnesota wilderness to mining

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By Rebecca Egan McCarthyApr 16, 2026, 6:54 pm115 ptsTrending
Minnesota’s Boundary Waters are a vast stretch of wilderness bordering Canada, with over a million acres of untouched forest and thousands of lakes and streams. Accessible largely by canoe, it is an ecological gem and one of the most popular spots in the country for outdoor recreation. On Thursday, Senate…

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