The former Texas governor drew less fire from Democrats during his confirmation process than other Trump nominees, but he now faces many of the same tough issues over regulations, the department’s activities to slow climate change, and potentially deep cuts in manpower and spending.
   
 
News Alert Thu., Mar. 02, 2017 2:16 p.m.
 
 
Senate confirms Rick Perry as energy secretary, brushing aside his one-time vow to abolish the department
The former Texas governor drew less fire from Democrats during his confirmation process than other Trump nominees, but he now faces many of the same tough issues over regulations, the department’s activities to slow climate change, and potentially deep cuts in manpower and spending.
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