4 days ago · On Friday afternoon, Doug Burgum was sworn in as the 55th Secretary of the Interior. With a career rooted in leadership, innovation and service, Secretary Burgum expressed his gratitude and outlined his vision for the Department of the Interior’s future.

3 days ago · Today, Doug Burgum officially began his tenure as the 55th Secretary of the Interior, marking the start of a new era focused on advancing American energy independence and ensuring the responsible stewardship of the nation’s public lands and resources.

3 days ago · The Department of the Interior, the federal agency with the most trust and treaty responsibilities in Indian Country, officially has a new leader. Following confirmation by the U.S. Senate, Doug Burgum was sworn in as the 55th Secretary of the Interior on Saturday. He issued his first statement through a news release on Monday, highlighting his most recent role as governor of North Dakota ...

Jan 16, 2025 · If confirmed as secretary of the interior, Doug Burgum would become a key player in implementing one of the Trump administration's overarching goals: "Drill, baby, drill."

Jan 30, 2025 · The Senate has confirmed Doug Burgum as interior secretary. Lawmakers on Thursday voted 79-18 in favor of Burgum.

Nov 15, 2024 · BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Former President Donald Trump has chosen North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum to head the Interior Department. Some things to know about the two-term Republican governor of a sparsely populated state: Burgum, 68, grew up in tiny Arthur, North Dakota, population 328.

Douglas James Burgum (/ bɜːrɡəm / BURR-ghəm; born August 1, 1956) is an American businessman and politician who has served as the 55th United States secretary of the Interior since February 1, 2025, under President Donald Trump.

Jan 30, 2025 · The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to confirm former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum to lead the Department of Interior. During his confirmation hearing, Burgum emphasized a commitment to advancing U.S. energy production in President Donald Trump’s administration. The Senate confirmed Burgum on a bipartisan vote of 79-18, with support from North Dakota Sens. John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer, who ...

Jan 30, 2025 · Doug Burgum, a promoter of oil and gas, was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday to lead the Interior Department, a role in which he will oversee drilling and mining policies on federal lands and ...

Jan 31, 2025 · The Senate confirmed Doug Burgum as Interior secretary after President Trump tapped the North Dakota billionaire to help boost fossil fuel production.