Doug Burgum

Secretary of the Interior

The focus is more on his policy agenda and the implications of his actions (e.g., for fossil fuel development, public lands).

For example:

    • His confirmation was widely reported: “The Senate confirmed Doug Burgum… 79-18.” AP News+1

    • He is cited for strong rhetoric about fossil fuels, mining, and energy dominance. Financial Times+1

    • An AP story noted his order that national parks remain open despite workforce reductions. AP News

  • Environmental groups and other opponents have criticized his agenda as threatening conservation, but criticism not formal investigation. For instance, one site calls his appointment a “direct threat to Alaska’s wild places.” Alaska Wilderness League