WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on Governor Rick Perry being confirmed as Secretary of Energy.

“I’m very pleased that my friend Rick Perry has been confirmed as our new Secretary of Energy. He will bring a fresh perspective to the Department. I know one of his top priorities will be working to make our nation energy independent.

“I very much look forward to Secretary Perry visiting South Carolina and touring the Savannah River Site, the crown jewel of Department of Energy installations.”

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