Trump Signs Executive Order to Ban Export of E-Waste with Critical Minerals to Counter China
On July 20, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order banning the export of electronic waste containing critical minerals to boost domestic recycling and counter China's dominance . The order mandates that defense contractors cease sourcing critical materials—including rare earths, tungsten, and magnets—from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea by January 1, 2027 . It significantly tightens exemption rules, requiring contractors to prove they have exhausted all alternative sources .
07/31/2026 05:04