A federal backstop for US critical minerals projects may be on the way

The Biden administration is considering a new policy that would use federal dollars to support U.S. critical minerals projects, which have faced cancellations and delays because of an influx of cheaper Chinese materials. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down what he learned about this potential policy move and the potential complications. Plus, Kamala Harris' presidential campaign has hired Camila Thorndike as climate engagement director. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy James Bikales is the host of Morning Energy and a reporter for POLITICO. Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.