US Senate confirms Trump’s choice for Interior leader

Former North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum wins wide approval with 79-18 vote

In this file photo, US President, Donald Trump, (left) while campaigning for office, listens as former North Dakota Governor, Doug Burgum (right), speaks on stage during a campaign event in Laconia, New Hampshire, on 22 January 2024.
In this file photo, US President, Donald Trump, (left) while campaigning for office, listens as former North Dakota Governor, Doug Burgum (right), speaks on stage during a campaign event in Laconia, New Hampshire, on 22 January 2024.Photo: AP/SCANPIX
Published 30 January 2025, 23:54Updated 31 January 2025, 08:11
Doug BurgumUS Department of the InteriorNorth DakotaDonald TrumpUnited States