“I want to thank Energy Secretary Rick Perry for the outstanding work he has done,” Trump said.
According to Trump, Perry will leave his post at the end of the year to "pursue the interests of others."
“At the same time, I am pleased to propose Deputy Minister Dan Bruyett as Minister. Dan's experience in this area has no analogues. Absolute professional. I have no doubt that Dan will do an excellent job, ”he said.
Earlier media reported on Perry's intention to resign.