The US wants to get its hands on critical minerals — whether through a deal (now in limbo) with Ukraine or domestic production. On Tuesday President Donald Trump teased efforts to produce more critical minerals required for everything from semiconductors to aerospace and defense. "Later this week, I will also take historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA," Trump said on Tuesday during his speech in front of Congress. Industry watchers point to more than 50 critical minerals identified by the US Geological Survey needed for nearly every type of modern…