Trump Taps Former Congressman Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary

Donald Trump has nominated former Congressman Sean Duffy as the new Secretary of Transportation, marking another notable choice for his incoming administration.

President-elect Donald Trump has officially nominated Sean Duffy, a former Republican congressman from Wisconsin and current Fox Business host, to lead the Department of Transportation. Duffy's selection is significant as he becomes the second prominent Fox commentator to join Trump's cabinet. If confirmed, Duffy will oversee a department responsible for aviation, automotive, rail, and transit policies, managing an annual budget of approximately $110 billion.

In his announcement via Truth Social, Trump praised Duffy as a "tremendous and well-liked public servant," noting that he is respected across party lines. Trump emphasized Duffy’s experience in Congress, stating that he will focus on maintaining and rebuilding the nation’s infrastructure while aiming to promote a “Golden Age of Travel,” dedicated to safety, efficiency, and innovation. Trump also highlighted Duffy's family-oriented perspective, being married to Fox News personality Rachel Campos-Duffy and fathering nine children, which he claims gives Duffy a deeper understanding of family travel needs.

Duffy first entered public service as a Wisconsin congressman, elected in 2011 and serving until 2019, after which he gained prominence as a reality TV star and political commentator. His experience in the House of Representatives positions him to address the challenges facing the Department of Transportation, which employs nearly 55,000 workers and is tasked with ensuring safety and sustainability in national transportation efforts.

Should Duffy assume office, he will succeed Pete Buttigieg, who was appointed by President Joe Biden in 2021. The new role comes with pressing issues, including ongoing safety challenges associated with Boeing, labor unrest, and the potential rollback of vehicle emission rules established under the previous administration. Trump's cabinet selections appear to favor close allies with media backgrounds over candidates with extensive relevant policy experience.

As Trump continues to announce high-ranking appointments post-election, the focus remains on how these choices will influence the future of the administration, alongside the significant initiatives it aims to pursue from day one.