Lithium Americas (LAC) grabbed headlines as the stock almost doubled following news of a potential investment by the U.S. government. However, investors shouldn't overlook General Motors (GM) as a compelling indirect play on this critical minerals strategy. The automotive giant's 38% stake in the Thacker Pass lithium mine positions it as a key beneficiary of government backing for domestic battery supply chains. www.barchart.com GM's $945 million investment in Thacker Pass, comprising$430 million in dir ...