Trump appoints fracking executive Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy

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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Chris Wright, a fracking executive, as the new Secretary of Energy. Wright is known for his support of fossil fuel production and skepticism about climate change. Wright's role will focus on expanding fossil fuel production and reversing policies from the Biden administration. He will also join the newly formed Council of National Energy, which will oversee various energy-related departments. Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, has previously made controversial statements about climate change and has promoted the "Drill, Baby, Drill" slogan. His appointment aligns with Trump's agenda to boost American energy production.


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