President-elect Trump is eyeing North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum (R) as a potential “energy czar,” a person familiar with the matter confirmed to NewsNation on Friday.
The official said the position could come with an increase in domestic fossil fuel production, according to NewsNation. Burgum is a potential option for several roles.
The Hill reported earlier this year that the governor could take on an energy-related role in the former president's administration if elected, after it was confirmed that Burgum would not be chosen as President Trump's running mate.
President Trump has praised Burgum's acumen both publicly and privately.said at the meetingEarlier this year, Burgum said he “probably knows more about energy than anyone I know.”
Burgum said he would not seek re-election as governor, a position he has held since 2016. In that role, he set a goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2030, rather than reducing fossil fuel use. Capture and store carbon emissions.
Burgum made headlines last year when he ran in the Republican primary. However, he suspended his campaign in December 2023 after struggling to gain traction.
Burkum has made energy one of his top priorities in his campaign, saying on the campaign trail that he wants to “dramatically increase energy production.”Campaign site.
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