James G. Watt

U.S. Secretary of the Interior during Reagan

James G. Watt - U.S. Secretary of the Interior during Reagan
Born

January 31st, 1938
87 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 43rd United States Secretary of the Interior from 1981 to 1983. Played a significant role in environmental policy and land management during the Reagan administration. Focused on energy production and deregulation, advocating for increased access to federal lands for resource extraction. Oversaw controversial policies regarding national parks and wildlife management, leading to significant public debate. Resigned amid political controversies and criticism of management practices and policies.

Served as Secretary of the Interior from 1981 to 1983

Advanced energy production on federal lands

Facilitated deregulation in natural resource management

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