White House Announcement of the Resignation of James B. Edwards as Secretary of Energy

The President today accepted with deep regret the resignation of Secretary James B. Edwards, effective at 5 p.m. today. In his letter to Secretary Edwards, the President said the following:

"It is with deep regret that I accept your letter of resignation. You have been a most loyal supporter and team player, for which I am most grateful.

"You have met many challenges over the past twenty months and contributed a great deal of progress toward America's secure energy future. You can look back upon your service with great pride in the years to come."