David Bernhardt gained approval from the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Thursday for confirmation as Interior secretary.

Bernhardt advanced with 14 votes, including three Democrats. Six Democrats opposed his nomination to lead the agency due to his energy industry ties.

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