Following North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum's appointment as Secretary of the Interior and Chairman of the newly established National Energy Commission by Trump, oil tycoon Chris Wright is poised to become the next Secretary of Energy.

According to the Financial Times of the United Kingdom, citing informed sources, Liberty Energy's CEO Chris Wright has become the 'hottest' candidate for the Secretary of Energy position.

In addition, Ray Washburne, Chairman of the chain gas station Sunoco, and technology executive Paul Dabbar, who served on Trump's transition team, are also among the candidates.

According to Trump's previous plans, the next Secretary of Energy will play a key role in promoting the export of liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Harold Hamm, founder of Continental Resources and one of Trump's most prominent supporters, commented that Wright is a "very, very skilled individual in energy."

Last year, Chris Wright caused controversy by vehemently criticizing terms such as 'climate crisis', 'clean energy', and 'carbon pollution'.

Ray Washburne is considered another major competitor, having served as President of an overseas private investment firm in Trump's first term, and as a board member of Energy Transfer, an oil and gas company under Trump supporter Kelcy Warren.

The consecutive personnel appointments highlight Trump's determination in revitalizing traditional energy.

In a statement announcing Burgum's appointment on Friday, Trump said:

"The United States has abundant 'liquid gold' and other valuable minerals and resources, right beneath our feet."

"We will continue to advance 'DRILL BABY DRILL', expand various forms of energy production to develop our economy, and create high-paying jobs."