Burgum confirmed

Former N.D. Gov. Doug Burgum confirmed as U.S. Interior Secretary

The Senate confirmed former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as U.S. Interior Secretary in a 79-18 vote. Burgum, who has pledged to expand fossil fuel production, will oversee agencies like the National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Environmental groups criticize his stance, while North Dakota leaders praise his appointment.