NABTU President Backs Chris Wright as Energy Secretary Under Trump
The Facts -
- NABTU President supports Chris Wright as U.S. Secretary of Energy.
- Wright received strong bipartisan Senate support for confirmation.
- NABTU members focus on energy, aiding U.S. energy dominance goals.
WASHINGTON, DC – January 29, 2025 – The announcement that Chris Wright has been confirmed as the U.S. Secretary of Energy under President Donald Trump received notable attention today, as North America’s Building Trades Unions’ (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey expressed strong support for the decision.
McGarvey stated, “We congratulate Mr. Wright on the strong bipartisan support he received from the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.”
The endorsement highlights the critical role of the energy sector, where NABTU’s three million members focus over half of their efforts on construction, expansion, and maintenance. These workers are integral to meeting the nation’s energy needs daily. McGarvey emphasized the importance of collaboration with Wright to achieve energy dominance, with an emphasis on supporting American workers and enhancing their economic opportunities.
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