He tendered his resignation after a tumultuous two years at the post, where he worked to further a Trump Administration agenda that was frequently at odds with the priorities of conservationists and the outdoor industry. Zinke had been under increasing pressure to step down after criticism of his conduct in office and multiple probes into his business dealings. Last summer, an investigation was opened into a conflict of interest over a land development deal with a Halliburton executive in his home state of Montana. According to administration officials, he was given until the end of the year to resign or ... Log in to view full article.