Summary
Wyoming contributes significantly to the U.S. mining industry, producing a large portion of the country's coal and possessing the largest reserve of trona. When President Donald Trump won the 2024 election, Wyoming voters strongly supported him, as he promised to ease regulations on mining.
Key Facts
- Wyoming's population is only 0.17% of the total U.S. population.
- The state produces nearly 40% of all coal in the United States.
- Wyoming has the world's largest reserve of trona, a mineral used in making glass, plastic, and paper.
- In the 2024 election, Donald Trump was elected President of the United States.
- Trump promised to reduce regulations on mining and energy exploration in his campaign.
- Wyoming voted for Trump by the largest margin compared to any other state, for the third consecutive election.
- Industry leaders in mining welcomed Trump's election, hoping for fewer mining regulations.
- Some concerns exist that reducing regulations might negatively affect mine workers' safety or job conditions.
