Sprawled across our beautiful nation, more than 500 million acres of public land are entrusted to the Department of the Interior. A nearly incomprehensible amount of natural resources rest under our feet, a testament to the rich natural heritage Americans are heir to.
This year, a man who embodies the true spirit of the American West will likely sit at the helm of those resources.
Doug Burgum, who just completed two terms as governor of North Dakota, was handpicked by President-elect Donald Trump to not only be secretary of the interior, but also to head the newly formed National Energy Council.
Burgum’s nomination signals a promising step forward for America’s energy and environmental stewardship—blending innovation, pragmatism, and a deep connection to the land.
Burgum’s roots run deep in the American West. He was born and raised in North Dakota, and his…
