Newsroom - Department of Energy
A collection of recent press releases, blogs, and other announcements from the Department of Energy.
www.energy.govHere’s the latest I can share based on recent public reporting.
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The current U.S. Secretary of Energy is Chris Wright, who was confirmed in February 2025 under President Trump and serves in the Trump administration. This aligns with ongoing coverage of leadership at the Department of Energy into 2025 and 2026.[2][5]
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Recent DOE leadership announcements and news indicate the department has been pursuing initiatives around energy technology development, nuclear energy programs, and energy security under Secretary Wright, including emphasis on next-gen reactors and modernization efforts.[5][2]
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For the most up-to-date, you can check the DOE Newsroom, which aggregates press releases and blogs, and frequently posts the latest statements from Secretary Wright and DOE leadership.[5]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest headlines from DOE Newsroom or another reputable outlet and summarize them with citations.