“As we all saw during the COVID-19 pandemic, local and domestic supply lines are essential to keep our economy functioning normally,” Quade said. “Keeping this smelter open saves jobs and ensures Missouri serves an integral role in keeping America safe, secure and prosperous.”
U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley wrote to President Joe Biden Thursday, urging him to use the Defense Production Act to keep Magnitude 7 Metals open because of aluminum’s use in planes, cars, solar panels and military equipment. Hawley said doing so would “preserve good-paying union jobs and safeguard national security.”
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