Trump nominates fracking magnate and climate skeptic as energy secretary

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People hold signs that read “American Oil from American Soil” at a Trump rally.
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US President-elect Donald Trump nominated fracking magnate and climate change skeptic Chris Wright as energy secretary on Saturday, tasking him with “cutting red tape” which the new administration hopes will drive investment in fossil fuels.

“As Secretary of Energy, Chris will be a key leader, driving innovation, cutting red…

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