CRAMER: Honored to be Considered for Energy Post

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Cramer released this statement following today’s announcement by President-Elect Donald Trump he is nominating former Texas Governor Rick Perry to lead the Department of Energy:

“I congratulate Governor Perry on his nomination to head the Department of Energy.  As a former governor of Texas, he understands the importance of energy in our nation.  It was an honor to be considered for this position, and I trust the judgement of President-Elect Trump as he assembles a world-class cabinet.  I look forward to continuing to champion the North Dakota brand and now the Trump Administration’s energy agenda in Congress.”