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The Trump administration withdrew the nomination of Kathleen Sgamma to lead the Bureau of Land Management, announced by Mike Lee. Erin Schaff-Pool/Getty Images

Trump’s pick to lead Bureau of Land Management withdraws from consideration

The Trump administration withdrew the nomination of Kathleen Sgamma to lead the Bureau of Land Management, as announced by Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chairman Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah. Lee stated he learned of Sgamma’s withdrawal early Thursday, April 10, and mentioned that they would seek another nominee.

Environmental groups opposed Sgamma’s nomination, while industry associates supported it. In a statement, Sgamma said it was “an honor to be nominated by President Trump.” It is unknown who will take her place for the nomination at this time.

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