Trump names Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright as next Energy Secretary
cnn.com —
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, as the next secretary of the Department of Energy. Wright will also join the new Council of National Energy, which will oversee various energy-related agencies. Wright is known for his work in multiple energy sectors, including fracking, nuclear, and solar. He played a key role in the American Shale Revolution, which significantly impacted global energy markets. Wright has expressed skepticism about the link between climate change and extreme weather. He supports fossil fuels as essential for economic development, arguing against rapid transitions away from them.