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Department of the Interior Reopens Restored Tidal Basin Seawall

The Department of the Interior today announced the completion and reopening of the rehabilitated Tidal Basin and Potomac River seawalls, marking a significant infrastructure milestone supported by President Donald J. Trump’s Great American Outdoors Act. Following a ribbon‑cutting ceremony led by Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, the newly restored area is now open for public access.

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04/13/2026

Department of the Interior Completes Three-Day Probate Outreach Event at Gila River Indian…
04/03/2026

Department of the Interior Begins Transition to Marine Minerals Administration
04/02/2026

Interior Announces Strategic Initiative to Improve Efficiency, Boost American Energy Independence…

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The U.S. Department of the Interior protects and manages the Nation’s natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; and honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island Communities.

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Securing American Energy Dominance

Secretary Burgum and the National Energy Dominance Council generate over $56 billion in announced domestic investments across nuclear energy, LNG infrastructure, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy technologies.

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Promises Made, Promises Kept

Since swearing in to the Department of the Interior, Secretary Burgum has implemented President Trump’s agenda to secure American Energy Dominance and capitalize on America’s Balance Sheet.

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