Trump Nominates Oil Industry Advocate Kathleen Sgamma to Lead Bureau of Land Management

Sgamma, a longtime fossil fuel industry representative, is set to oversee 245 million acres of public lands, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups.

• Kathleen Sgamma, president of the Western Energy Alliance, has been nominated by President Trump to direct the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
• The BLM oversees 245 million acres of public lands, managing energy development, grazing, and conservation in the western United States.
• Sgamma has been a vocal critic of Biden-era policies restricting oil and gas drilling and is expected to advance Trump's agenda of expanding fossil fuel production.
• Environmental advocates have condemned the nomination, citing concerns over prioritizing corporate interests at the expense of conservation and public land protection.
• If confirmed, Sgamma would replace Tracy Stone-Manning, who pursued renewable energy initiatives and conservation efforts during the Biden administration.

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