Ex-Youngkin official Wheeler joins D.C. law firm [Video]

Andrew Wheeler, the former Trump administration EPA chief who recently stepped down from his role as Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s director of the Office of Regulatory Management, has joined the law firm of Holland & Hart in Washington.

Wheeler will be a partner and head of federal affairs in the Denver-based firm’s Washington office.

“Growing the Washington, DC office is a strategic priority for the firm, and Andrew is a critical addition to build our government affairs and regulatory practice,” said Firm Chair Chris Balch.

“Andrew’s vast expertise in environmental policy will be a huge asset to our energy and natural resources clients. He also brings significant experience navigating the many operational and regulatory hurdles for clients in the technology and renewable energy industries.”

Wheeler drew national attention as the head of the Environmental Protection Agency in Trump’s administration. He also drew opposition from environmental activists for his past as a coal lobbyist and for …