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Over 40 Trump Officials Linked to Fossil Fuels
10/9/2025
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Story summary
- More than 40 officials in Donald Trump's administration have fossil-fuel ties.
- Public Citizen and Revolving Door Project identify 111 fossil-fuel-linked individuals, including energy secretary Chris Wright.
- The Department of the Interior is compromised, with 32 employees linked to polluting energy.
- The White House defends policy aims. Critics cite lack of expertise and $96 million in donations from fossil fuel donors.
