Donald Trump will nominate Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-Montana) to be the next interior secretary, the presidential transition team confirmed Thursday.

Zinke, a former Navy SEAL Team Six leader, hinted at a Senate run in 2018, but instead will join the Trump cabinet upon confirmation.

In a statement, Trump praised his selection for having “built one of the strongest track records on championing regulatory relief, forest management, responsible energy development and public land issues.”

“As a former Navy SEAL, he has incredible leadership skills and an attitude of doing whatever it takes to win. America is the most beautiful country in the world and he is going to help keep it that way with smart management of our federal lands,” the president-elect added.

In his own statement, Zinke pledged, “I will work tirelessly to ensure our public lands are managed and preserved in a way that benefits everyone for generations to come. Most important, our sovereign Indian Nations and territories must have the respect and freedom they deserve. I look forward to making the Department of Interior and America great again.”