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Trump Nominates Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary

Trump announces Sean Duffy as his nominee for Transportation Secretary, aiming to utilize his congressional experience for infrastructure improvements.

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Updated: Nov 19th, 2024, 1:58 AM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump has named former congressman and Fox News host Sean Duffy as his nominee for Transportation Secretary. With nearly nine years of congressional experience, Duffy is expected to focus on improving U.S. infrastructure and enhancing travel safety, overseeing a budget of around $110 billion. His nomination follows that of fellow Fox host Pete Hegseth for defense. As Duffy prepares to address pressing issues in transportation, including the regulation of electric vehicles and air travel safety, his confirmation will require Senate approval.

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