Trump Appoints Gov. Burgum as Interior Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior. This appointment is significant as Burgum will play a crucial role in advancing Trump's energy agenda, particularly in expanding oil and gas production on federal lands and waters. Burgum, who has ties to the oil and gas industry, aims to make North Dakota carbon-neutral by 2030 with a comprehensive energy policy. His nomination aligns with Trump's plans to reduce regulations and potentially limit offshore wind development.