Donald Trump is wasting no time in reshaping his administration for Round Two, and his latest pick for Secretary of Transportation is raising eyebrows—and maybe a few glasses—in conservative circles. Former Rep. Sean Duffy (R-WI), a father of nine, Fox Business host, and all-around Trump loyalist, has been tapped to head the Department of Transportation. Naturally, the announcement came with all the flair we’ve come to expect from Trump.
Trump hailed Duffy as a “tremendous and well-liked public servant” with a résumé that ticks all the MAGA boxes. A former district attorney turned congressman, Duffy represented Wisconsin’s 7th District, where he gained a reputation as a champion for rural communities, families, and small businesses. But let’s be real: it’s his TV presence on Fox Business’s The Bottom Line and his marriage to Fox News personality Rachel Campos-Duffy that truly make him a household name in conservative America.
Former Congressman and Fox Business host Sean Duffy, selected by Donald Trump as his Transportation Secretary, is a devout Catholic and father of nine children. His wife, Rachel Campos-Duffy, also a Fox News host, once expressed their philosophy with this remark:
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— Sachin Jose (@Sachinettiyil) November 19, 2024
So what’s Duffy’s big mission? According to Trump, he’ll focus on “excellence, competence, competitiveness, and beauty.” Yes, beauty—because apparently, infrastructure needs to look good while functioning well. Trump also highlighted Duffy’s commitment to making America’s skies safe again, specifically by eliminating DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) requirements for pilots and air traffic controllers. That line alone is sure to send liberal critics into a tailspin, which, let’s face it, is probably the point.
Thank you, Mr. President. I’m eager to help you usher in a new golden age of transportation. #MAGA pic.twitter.com/lrBFLdo4D8
— Sean Duffy (@SeanDuffyWI) November 19, 2024
Trump’s glowing endorsement didn’t stop at Duffy’s accomplishments in Congress, where he worked on financial services and infrastructure. The president-elect also emphasized Duffy’s bipartisan appeal, saying he’s worked well with Democrats to pass major projects. Whether that’s a plus or a minus in today’s polarized climate depends on who you ask.
Duffy joins a powerhouse lineup of Trump appointees aimed at shaking up the Washington establishment—or what’s left of it. The list includes big names like Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, and Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence. There’s also Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS Secretary, a pick that’s already making Democrats squirm, and Pete Hegseth for Defense, who’s poised to bring his unapologetic patriotism to the Pentagon.
The best part about Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation?
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— Tim Young (@TimRunsHisMouth) November 18, 2024
While the media predictably clutches its pearls, Trump’s supporters are likely thrilled with the direction this cabinet is heading. With Duffy at Transportation, Trump seems set on leaving behind the bureaucratic roadblocks of the past—and making sure the highways are lined with winning. Buckle up.
