Former Gov. Granholm sworn in as energy secretary

Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm was sworn in Thursday evening as the new energy secretary, with Vice President Kamala Harris administering the oath of office.

Granholm won Senate confirmation earlier in the day by a vote of 64-35, with 14 Republicans, including GOP leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, voting yes.

She'll be a key Cabinet member trying to fulfil President Joe Biden’s commitment to a green economy as the United States fights to slow climate change.

Granholm served two terms as governor in a state dominated by the auto industry and devastated by the 2008 recession. Separately, Senate committees also heard from Biden's nominees for surgeon general and trade representative.