(ProsperNews.net) – President-elect Donald Trump has announced Sean Duffy, a former Wisconsin congressman and Fox News contributor, as his pick for U.S. Secretary of Transportation. The decision underscores Trump’s commitment to infrastructure modernization and enhancing the travel experience for Americans.
“Sean has been a tremendous and well-liked public servant,” Trump said in his announcement on Monday. “He will use his experience and relationships to rebuild our Nation’s Infrastructure and usher in a Golden Age of Travel, focusing on Safety, Efficiency, and Innovation.” Trump added that Duffy would work to elevate the travel experience for Americans across the country.
Duffy’s diverse background makes him a compelling choice for the role. As a former U.S. congressman, he represented Wisconsin’s Seventh Congressional District, where he advocated for economic growth and rural development. He served on the Financial Services Committee and chaired the Sub-Committee on Insurance and Housing. Before his time in Congress, Duffy was the district attorney for Ashland County, Wisconsin, specializing in prosecuting child sex crimes and addressing internet-based offenses.
His nomination has already garnered support from industry leaders. Airports Council International–North America President Kevin M. Burke praised Duffy, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between Congress and the Department of Transportation to modernize airport infrastructure and improve traveler services. “Advancing new airport projects will increase air service options, elevate the passenger experience, and drive economic growth,” Burke noted in a statement.
Duffy’s career took an unexpected turn after Congress when he joined Fox News Media as a contributor and co-host of The Bottom Line on FOX Business. Following the announcement, Fox News Media confirmed Duffy’s departure, wishing him success in his new role. This transition reflects the continued interplay between media and politics in shaping public service appointments.
Beyond his professional life, Duffy is well-known for his family values. He is married to Rachel Campos-Duffy, co-host of FOX & Friends Weekend. The couple met on MTV’s The Real World and have nine children together. They also co-authored All American Christmas, which became a New York Times bestseller in 2021.
A graduate of St. Mary’s University and William Mitchell College of Law, Duffy steps into a role that will be pivotal for Trump’s infrastructure agenda. With air travel at record highs and pressing demands on America’s transportation system, his leadership will be central to addressing these challenges and advancing opportunities.
For more context on how Duffy’s role will impact infrastructure and transportation, CNN details the significance of his nomination.
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