Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry during a ceremony for the unveiling of his portrait in the Capitol rotunda, Friday, May 6, 2016, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Rick Perry Scrambles To Divest From Energy Sector, Wall Street Ahead Of Confirmation

Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry, now the nominee for U.S. energy secretary, is moving to disentangle himself from potential conflicts of interest.

by Jay Root