Also, she was born in London, England, moved to the U.S. at age three, and earned a degree in mechanical engineering from the U. of Washington. In other words, Jewell's background is comprised of directly relevant training and professional experiences for the cabinet position she currently holds. 

Here's the Department of the Interior's mission statement: "The 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, and affiliated island communities."

News reports about the Trump transition team asking the Obama administration for names of individuals who've worked on climate-change policy and programs is quite troubling. Some might see it as Trump creating a "hit list". These important federal-agency professionals should not be subject to ideological intimidation and bullying.