Rogers Morton
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Rogers Clark Ballard Morton (September 19, 1924 – April 19, 1979) was an American politician who served as the United States Secretary of the Interior and United States Secretary of Commerce. He was a member of the Republican Party.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Morton was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He attended Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Political career[edit | edit source]
U.S. House of Representatives[edit | edit source]
Morton was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from Maryland's 1st congressional district in 1962. He served in the House from January 3, 1963, until January 29, 1971.
Secretary of the Interior[edit | edit source]
In 1971, Morton was appointed as the United States Secretary of the Interior by President Richard Nixon. He served in this role until 1975, overseeing various environmental and natural resource policies.
Secretary of Commerce[edit | edit source]
Following his tenure as Secretary of the Interior, Morton was appointed as the United States Secretary of Commerce by President Gerald Ford. He served from May 1, 1975, to February 2, 1976.
Later life and death[edit | edit source]
After leaving public office, Morton retired to Easton, Maryland, where he lived until his death on April 19, 1979.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Morton is remembered for his contributions to environmental policy and his service in two significant cabinet positions.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of United States Secretaries of the Interior
- List of United States Secretaries of Commerce
- Maryland's 1st congressional district
References[edit | edit source]
Template:U.S. Secretaries of the Interior Template:U.S. Secretaries of Commerce Template:Maryland's 1st congressional district
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- Members of the United States House of Representatives from Maryland
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