US Senate confirms Sean Duffy as new DoT Secretary
US Senate confirmed (28-Jan-2025) the appointment of Sean Duffy as US Department of Transportation (DoT) Secretary. Airlines for America (A4A) president and CEO Nicholas E Calio stated: "Sean Duffy's bipartisan confirmation vote is a testament to his character and the confidence the Senate has in how he will lead the US DoT and advance America's transportation infrastructure". [more - original PR - US Senate] [more - original PR - A4A]
Background ✨
Sean Duffy's nomination as US Department of Transportation Secretary was supported by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, which praised his understanding of policy and politics as beneficial for his role1. The Air Line Pilots Association also congratulated him on his nomination2. During his statement to the Senate Committee, Mr Duffy addressed the Boeing 737 MAX production limit, emphasising safety and accountability3.