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SUBSEQUENT EVENT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jul. 12, 2024	Jun. 30, 2024
McEwen Copper Inc.
Subsequent event
Subsidiary ownership interest (as a percent)		47.70%
Subsequent Events | Private placement
Subsequent event
Gross proceeds	$ 14.0
Number of shares purchased on commitment	466,667
Subsequent Events | McEwen Copper Inc.
Subsequent event
Subsidiary ownership interest (as a percent)	48.30%
Subsequent Events | McEwen Copper Inc. | Private placement
Subsequent event
Gross proceeds	$ 5.0
Number of shares purchased on commitment	166,667

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