Amata Welcomes Nomination of Gov. Burgum for Secretary of the Interior

Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata is welcoming the announcement of North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as the nominee for Secretary of the Interior.

"Governor Burgum is a seasoned executive as a two-term governor and former technology CEO, and a great choice to lead the Department of the Interior," said Congresswoman Aumua Amata. "American Samoa's closest working relationship with the federal government is through the Interior Department, and we can know that it will be in good hands with this excellent nomination."

"As the Governor of North Dakota, he already understands the challenges faced by geographically remote small communities, has worked with indigenous people groups in his state, and has expertise in technology development and distribution - all great foundations for working with American Samoa."

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