Carter names Cecil Andrus for interior post amid Cabinet talks
President-elect Carter announced Idaho Governor Cecil Andrus as his choice for secretary of interior and outlined plans for a new energy and natural resources department. He also summoned candidates including James Schlesinger and Griffin Bell for interviews as he advances a broad Cabinet lineup.
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Carter weighs Cabinet picks amid Kennedy era doubt and labor clashes
Carter weighs James Schlesinger for energy post amid detente tensions with Moscow and fears of a renewed arms race. Meany seeks John Dunlop for labor chief as HEW and other posts draw interest from Califano and Jordan, while Carter pauses to resolve access and policy battles before finalizing his administration slate.
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Iraq Criticism Deepens Rift in Oil Cartel
Iraq accuses Saudi Arabia of pressuring OPEC to yield to Western and oil company demands as Saudi and UAE split from the group over a 15 percent price hike adopted by 11 members. Iran notes Ra's tanurah terminal expansion could boost Saudi exports to 20 million bpd.
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Oil Prices Set to Rise as OPEC Moves
Oil costs are expected to climb for months as OPEC ministers influence the market. The global oil bill could increase by about 10 billion dollars, with prices signaling further rises despite the two-price market. Federal official Frank Zarb warned unilateral actions may keep pressuring prices and urged continued domestic efforts.
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