Crapo: Christopher Wright will Advance and Promote American Energy Independence

Washington, D.C.--U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed, by a vote of 59-38, Christopher Wright to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE):
“Christopher Wright has committed to an all-of-the-above domestic energy strategy that will advance and promote innovative solutions to achieve greater American energy excellence, leadership and independence.  He has an extensive background spanning many energy sources.  Wright’s commitment to ensuring America is the leader in nuclear energy holds particular value for Idaho, which is home to one of the nation’s leading nuclear laboratories.  Under his leadership at DOE, our nation will prioritize affordable, reliable and secure energy sources that support American innovation and growth and improve the lives of Americans.”
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