Dems hit Interior Secretary nominee for pro-industry ties in confirmation hearing

Despite Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chairwoman Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, opening the hearing by asking Bernhardt about how he plans to handle ethics and conflicts both for himself and the department if confirmed, Democratic Senators on the committee questioned Bernhardt about his priorities and conduct since joining Interior, insinuating that his lobbying ties were influencing his policy decisions at the Department.

Bernhardt explained that he kept people working on those permits and leases by accessing a different funding stream. Some bureaus receive multi-year funding, and fee venue funding was available to use right away, he argued, while national parks get funding on a yearly basis. He also said it was a safety concern, and he was trying to get people back to work.

Trump keeps filling the swamp.

“Democrats accurately describe why this person is not qualified.” I fixed the headline for you

Bernhardt's part of the swamp Benedict Arnold Trump keeps claiming he's trying to drain. What a pathetic, bad joke.

Smollett false accusation is a Hate crime; race no matter what the side! Democrats and Media were in on Activist Smolett setup. Booker and Harris submitted Lynch bill same time. Terrible to divide country just to get votes.

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