Trump selects fossil fuel executive Chris Wright as energy secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Chris Wright, a fossil fuel executive and campaign donor, as his Energy Secretary for the upcoming administration. Wright is the CEO of Liberty Energy and supports oil and gas development, including fracking. Wright's appointment marks a shift towards a pro-fossil fuel stance, contrasting with the previous administration's climate policies. He has been critical of climate change efforts and may expedite natural gas export approvals that were paused under President Biden. His nomination has received backing from influential conservatives, including oil tycoon Harold Hamm. Wright's experience in the energy sector and advocacy for an "all-of-the-above" energy policy align with Trump's goals for U.S. energy dominance.