Today, Sean Duffy, President-elect Donal Trump’s choice to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), will appear before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, where he will be questioned on how he will manage the transportation agency and oversee the nation’s infrastructure.
If the Senate approves, the former Wisconsin congressman and MTV reality star will inherit an agency with a budget of over $100 billion. The agency has been in the spotlight due to incidents like the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Duffy, 53, also has worked as a lobbyist and, most recently, was host of a Fox News show.
"Sean will use his experience and the relationships he has built over many years in Congress to maintain and rebuild our Nation’s Infrastructure, and fulfill our Mission of ushering in The Golden Age of Travel, focusing on Safety, Efficiency, and Innovation," Trump said in statement about choosing Duffy. "Importantly, he will greatly elevate the Travel Experience for all Americans!"
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz said that during Duffy’s time in Congress, he improved transportation infrastructure in his state.
Duffy said he worked with both parties to secure funding for the St. Croix Crossing and improved port infrastructure while serving on the Great Lake Task Force.
Source: New York Times, USA Today
