Trump selects fossil fuel executive Chris Wright as energy secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Chris Wright, an oil and gas executive, as his pick for Secretary of Energy. Wright is the CEO of Liberty Energy and has no prior political experience. He is known for his strong support of fossil fuels. Wright has publicly dismissed concerns about climate change, stating there is "no climate crisis." He is expected to align with Trump’s energy policies, which focus on increasing oil and gas production and opposing global climate agreements. If confirmed, Wright will replace Jennifer Granholm, who advocated for renewable energy sources. The Department of Energy also manages nuclear energy and oversees energy technology programs, which Wright will likely influence.