Doug Burgum sworn in as Interior Secretary, highlights tribal collaboration

Doug Burgum was sworn in as the 55th U.S. Secretary of the Interior on January 31, 2025. In his opening remarks, Burgum emphasized his commitment to strengthening tribal partnerships, citing his previous work with North Dakota’s five sovereign tribal nations. He pledged to enhance economic opportunities and improve quality of life for tribal communities through mutual respect and collaboration. Burgum also outlined his focus on energy dominance while balancing environmental sustainability and protecting public lands.