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Trump energy chief says there are upsides to ecological collapse

Seven Democrats voted to confirm this man. Seven!

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Emily Atkin
Feb 20, 2025
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During his Senate confirmation hearing last month, Chris Wright put on a moderate face.

To support his bid to lead the Department of Energy, Wright—the CEO of fracking company Liberty Energy—assured senators that he understands fossil fuels are the primary cause of climate change. He also said he takes the problem seriously. “Climate change is a global c…

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