Governor Joe Lombardo spent time this weekend touring the Thacker Pass lithium project in Humboldt County, a major step forward in showcasing Nevada’s role in securing America’s energy independence and critical minerals supply chain—without bowing to radical environmental extremism or foreign dependence.
On Friday, March 13, 2026, the governor visited the site north of Winnemucca, calling it “one of the most significant energy and critical minerals developments underway in the United States.” Lombardo highlighted the incredible progress since his previous visit, praising the $3 billion investment that’s already putting hundreds to work and positioning Nevada as a leader in domestic lithium production for electric vehicle batteries and advanced energy technologies.
With 900 construction workers currently on site—expected to climb to 1,800 in the coming months—the project is delivering real economic growth to rural Humboldt County and the Silver State. Once fully operational, Phase 1 alone is slated to produce 40,000 metric tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually, tapping into the largest known lithium resource in North America. This isn’t just about jobs; it’s about reducing reliance on China for critical materials essential to national security and a strong, self-reliant economy.
Lombardo thanked the team at Lithium Americas (partnered with General Motors) for their efforts, emphasizing how Thacker Pass drives investment in Nevada’s future while creating long-term opportunities for hardworking families. In a state blessed with vast natural resources, projects like this demonstrate that responsible mining can coexist with prosperity—balancing stewardship of the land with the practical needs of American innovation and energy dominance.
Conservatives have long championed domestic energy production and resource development that puts American workers first, cuts red tape from federal overreach, and rejects the left’s anti-mining agenda that would hand our supply chains to adversaries abroad. Thacker Pass stands as a prime example of pro-growth policies in action: good-paying jobs, economic revitalization in rural areas, and strengthening America’s position in the global race for critical minerals—all while upholding constitutional principles of private enterprise and limited government interference.
As Nevada moves toward the 2026 elections, Governor Lombardo’s hands-on support for Thacker Pass reinforces his commitment to law-and-order leadership that includes economic security for families. Voters should demand more of this from their elected officials: bold support for American mining, energy independence, and policies that keep Nevada thriving as a beacon of freedom and opportunity.
This project reminds us why America remains the world’s best hope—because when we unleash our resources and ingenuity under sound conservative governance, we build a stronger, more prosperous nation for generations to come.
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