Trump Nominates Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump has selected North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as his nominee for Secretary of the Interior. Burgum, a conservative and former Microsoft executive, previously ran against Trump for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination but did not endorse him after suspending his campaign. As Interior Secretary, Burgum would oversee natural resources, public lands, and Indian affairs, succeeding Deb Haaland. His appointment requires Senate confirmation, contrasting with Trump's strategy of appointing 'czars' to bypass lengthy hearings.