The Trump team continues to roll out Cabinet picks, and on Monday evening, they announced that former Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy is the president-elect’s choice to become Secretary of Transportation.
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If confirmed, he will take the reins from current secretary Pete Buttigieg, who struggled in the role, to put it mildly.
In a campaign email, the Trump-Vance Transition Team praised Duffy:
I am pleased to announce that former Congressman Sean Duffy, from the Great State of Wisconsin, is nominated to serve as the Secretary of Transportation. Sean has been a tremendous and well-liked public servant, starting his career as a District Attorney for Ashland, Wisconsin, and later elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District.
During his time in Congress, Sean was a respected voice and communicator in the Republican Conference, advocating for Fiscal Responsibility, Economic Growth, and Rural Development. Admired across the aisle, Sean worked with Democrats to clear extensive Legislative hurdles to build the largest road and bridge project in Minnesota History.
BREAKING: President Trump has selected former Wisconsin Congressman Sean Duffy to serve as the Secretary of Transportation.
Congratulations @SeanDuffyWI!! pic.twitter.com/UlH8tFnlWQ
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) November 18, 2024
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Duffy is currently a co-host of “The Bottom Line” on Fox Business, as well as a contributor on Fox News. His wife Rachel Campos-Duffy is also a “STAR” on Fox, as the Trump campaign puts it, and they have nine children together.
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. Importantly, he will greatly elevate the Travel Experience for all Americans!
Ladies and gentlemen, your new Transportation Secretary🫡🇺🇸 #MAGA pic.twitter.com/jAYH0KbMT0
— Evita Duffy-Alfonso (@evitaduffy_1) November 18, 2024
As the father of a mere four children, I heartily agree with this person’s sentiment:
Sean Duffy has 9 children, and the logistics alone for getting them around makes him qualified for this post. https://t.co/InQm8lsHay
— Ryder Selmi (@RyderSelmi) November 18, 2024
Of course, since he’s a Trump pick, there were naturally those waiting to “pounce.” This was a pretty effective comeback to Politico’s shot at Duffy:
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You guys really haven’t learned anything have you?@SeanDuffyWI was a member of US Congress for eight years representing a house district in Wisconsin, he was also an assistant DA for eight years . https://t.co/t9dSo5fdJK
— ZitoSalena (@ZitoSalena) November 18, 2024
Trump has named a number of prominent picks since his massive win over Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Keep your browser pointed at RedState—these picks are coming at quite a pace, and we’ll continue to keep you updated.
