Senate Confirms Burgum as Interior Secretary

The Senate has confirmed former North Dakota governor Doug Burgum as the Interior Secretary, marking a significant step forward for President Trump's 'energy dominance' agenda, with a bipartisan vote of 79-18. Burgum, a strong advocate for increased oil and gas production, will oversee nearly 500 million acres of public land and 1.7 billion acres of offshore waters. His role includes leading a new White House National Energy Council aimed at increasing energy production and sales abroad. Chris Wright's nomination for Energy Secretary is also moving forward, as both figures are expected to play key roles in Trump's strategy to roll back environmental regulations and prioritize energy as a national security issue. Despite some Democratic opposition, Burgum's confirmation reflects bipartisan support for Trump's energy policies, highlighting the focus on economic prosperity and national security.