Doug Burgum Named Interior Secretary and Energy Council Chair

President-elect Donald Trump has announced that North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum will serve as both the Interior Secretary and chair the newly established National Energy Council. This council will oversee energy-related activities across various federal agencies, aiming to enhance U.S. energy dominance by cutting regulatory red tape and promoting private sector investment. Burgum, who supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, plans to utilize carbon capture technology to achieve net-zero emissions while still relying on fossil fuels. Trump's vision for the council includes boosting energy production to drive economic growth and improve U.S. global standing, while also addressing what he describes as an ongoing 'war on American energy' by the left. The council's formation has received support from various industry stakeholders, who hope for improved coordination in energy policy. Burgum's dual roles position him as a significant figure in shaping the administration's energy agenda, reminiscent of past energy initiatives under previous administrations.