Donald Trump eyes Doug Burgum as new ‘energy tsar’ to slash regulations
Former North Dakota governor to lead Trump administration's efforts to roll back environmental rules
Move would mark a major shift in US energy policy, with potential implications for climate change
Former North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum is reportedly being considered by President Donald Trump to lead the administration's efforts to slash environmental regulations. The move would mark a major shift in US energy policy, with potential implications for climate change.
Burgum, a Republican, has a long history of supporting the fossil fuel industry. He has also been a vocal critic of the Obama administration's environmental regulations, which he says have stifled economic growth.
If appointed, Burgum would be charged with overseeing the implementation of Trump's executive order on energy independence, which calls for the review and potential repeal of a number of environmental regulations.
Environmental groups have expressed concern about Burgum's potential appointment, saying that it would be a "disaster" for the environment. They argue that Burgum would roll back important protections for clean air and water, and that this would have a negative impact on public health and the economy.
The Trump administration has defended its plans to slash environmental regulations, saying that they are necessary to boost economic growth. The administration has also said that it is committed to protecting the environment, but that it believes that this can be done without burdensome regulations.
The debate over environmental regulations is likely to continue for some time. The Trump administration's plans to slash regulations have been met with strong opposition from environmental groups, and it is unclear whether the administration will be able to successfully implement its agenda.
Only time will tell what the long-term implications of Trump's energy policies will be. However, it is clear that the debate over environmental regulations is far from over.
