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Doug Burgum has yet to be confirmed as the new leader of the Department of the Interior but a contentious Indian Country issue has already been dumped on his desk.

The firings included USDA Inspector General Phyllis K. Fong, who had served since 2002 after being appointed by President George W. Bush. Angie Craig (D-Minn.), ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued a strongly worded statement denouncing the move.

It’s not immediately clear whether the firings are legal, as the Trump administration is required to give a 30-day notice.

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The State Department is publishing a Delegation of Authority signed by the Secretary of State on January 10, 2025.