United States – Japan Framework for Securing the Supply of Critical Minerals and Rare Earths through Mining and Processing

Whereas, critical minerals and rare earths are essential for the production of advanced technologies; Whereas, the United States of America (the “United States” or “U.S.”) and Japan (together, the “Participants”) intend to support the supply of raw and processed critical minerals and rare earths crucial to the domestic industries of the United States and Japan;

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President Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One on Oct. 27, 2025. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images President Donald Trump’s MRI test has captured the attention of multiple news organizations since he spoke about it aboard Air Force 1 on Oct. 27 on his way to Japan. A reporter asked the president about advanced medical imaging

Virginia Takes First Step Toward Mid-Cycle Redistricting

Virginia State Capitol in Richmond, Va., on Aug. 13, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times The Virginia House of Delegates approved a procedural resolution opening the door to a mid-decade redistricting plan on Oct. 27. The chamber voted 50 to 42 to adopt House Joint Resolution No. 6006, which adds a redistricting amendment to the list