On the recordApril 18, 2023
We cannot take Resolution Copper and Rio Tinto's promises to the citizens of Arizona and the country at their word.
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congress.govWe cannot take Resolution Copper and Rio Tinto's promises to the citizens of Arizona and the country at their word.
Grijalva expresses skepticism about mining companies' promises regarding environmental and cultural impacts.
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