Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez actually said...

"The U.S. should work with allies around the world to ramp up international production"

"we must also ramp up domestic mining and processing of these resources"

"My vision is one that gives tribes the opportunity to provide input early and often, lets land managers decide where mining should occur, and provides a fair return for taxpayers."

"The decision was based on sound science, community input, robust tribal consultation, and, at the end of the day, the best interests of the American people."