Sat Nov 16 22:02:48 UTC 2024: **Trump Taps Fossil Fuel Executive as Energy Secretary**
**Washington, D.C. – November 17, 2024** – President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy and a significant campaign donor, to lead the Department of Energy. Wright, a staunch advocate for oil and gas development, including fracking, aligns with Trump’s “energy dominance” agenda.
The appointment has garnered support from influential figures within the conservative establishment, notably oil and gas tycoon Harold Hamm, a key Trump advisor. Hamm, who reportedly helped organize a fundraising event at Mar-a-Lago aimed at securing $1 billion in campaign donations from the industry, is believed to have played a significant role in the decision.
Wright’s appointment is expected to accelerate fossil fuel development and potentially overturn the Biden administration’s year-long pause on natural gas export approvals. A vocal critic of climate change initiatives, Wright has described the global climate movement as “collapsing.” His nomination signals a significant shift towards prioritizing fossil fuels in the upcoming Trump administration.
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