Trump appoints fracking executive Chris Wright as energy secretary
bbc.com —
Donald Trump has appointed Chris Wright, an oil and gas executive, as his choice for Secretary of Energy. Wright is the founder and CEO of Liberty Energy and is expected to support increased fossil fuel production. Wright is known for his role in the American shale boom and has expressed skepticism about climate change. He will also lead a new Council of National Energy aimed at enhancing U.S. energy dominance. Trump's administration plans to prioritize fossil fuels over renewable energy, including opening the Arctic for oil drilling. This marks a shift from previous environmental protections established during the last administration.