Trump Taps Sean Duffy, Ex-Congressman and TV Host, for Transportation Secretary
TL;DR
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Wisconsin congressman and Fox News contributor Sean Duffy to lead the Transportation Department. Despite Duffy's limited experience in transportation, Trump praised his congressional relationships and commitment to infrastructure. If confirmed, Duffy will oversee the implementation of the 2021 infrastructure law and manage remaining funds. Duffy, who left Congress in 2019, previously served on the House Financial Services Committee and was involved in local transportation issues in Wisconsin.
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