Sean Duffy named as Trump's pick for transportation secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has selected Sean Duffy as his choice for transportation secretary. If confirmed, Duffy will manage a wide range of transportation systems, including pipelines, railroads, and mass transit, along with highway funding. Duffy, 53, is a former U.S. Congressman from Wisconsin, serving from 2011 to 2019. He has experience in financial services and housing policy and has been a prominent supporter of Trump on Fox News since 2020. Before entering politics, Duffy gained fame as a reality TV star on MTV. He previously declined a run for Wisconsin governor in 2022, citing family responsibilities.