Trump nominates Sean Duffy as transportation secretary to improve U.S. infrastructure

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Congressman Sean Duffy as his transportation secretary. Duffy, a Fox Business host, is expected to focus on improving U.S. infrastructure and safety in transportation. Duffy's nomination comes amid ongoing challenges in the transportation sector, including rising road deaths and safety concerns in rail and aviation. He would replace Pete Buttigieg, who served under President Joe Biden. If confirmed, Duffy will lead a large department with over 55,000 employees, overseeing agencies like the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.