@foxnews: NEW: President Donald Trump announces $100 million in funding for U.S. mining schools to train the next generation of American miners. "Accredited mining programs in the United States now graduate less than 170 mining engineers each year, while China graduates more than 3,000. And half of our current mining workforce is set to retire within the next three years. Well, that's why my administration is making an unprecedented financial commitment to our nation's mining schools." “The schools came to us seeking $10 million per year in funding. Instead, I’m thrilled to announce that we’re delivering $100 million."