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Sean Duffy Confirmed as U.S. Transportation Secretary with Bipartisan Support

Former congressman Sean Duffy confirmed as Transportation Secretary, promising to prioritize safety and infrastructure improvements amidst bipartisan backing from the Senate.

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Updated: Jan 28th, 2025, 3:18 PM ET

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Sean Duffy has been confirmed as the U.S. Secretary of Transportation with a 77-22 Senate vote, receiving bipartisan support. He aims to restore trust in Boeing, address the air traffic controller shortage, and bolster self-driving car regulations. Duffy's confirmation comes at a crucial time for the Department of Transportation, overseeing significant infrastructure and safety initiatives. His pledges include reducing bureaucratic red tape for construction projects and ensuring NHTSA's investigations into Tesla's self-driving technology are thorough and fair. As a former congressman and media personality, Duffy approaches this role with experience and a commitment to improving American transport.


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