Lawmakers Investigate Ethics Compliance of Former White House Adviser at Sable Offshore

U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla, along with U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal, are seeking detailed information from Brittany Kelm. The inquiry questions whether her transition from the White House and Department of Interior to Vice President of Policy and Commercial Programs at Sable Offshore Corporation complies with federal ethics laws. Kelm previously supported efforts to advance Sable’s pipeline restart in California while in government service.

The investigation relates to Sable Offshore Corporation’s pipeline project, which has reportedly incurred fines and court orders because it is not permitted under California law. The inquiry examines potential conflicts of interest stemming from Kelm’s prior government work and her subsequent employment with the company.