Larisa Manescu, larisa.manescu@sierraclub.org
Washington, DC – Today, Donald Trump announced that he is nominating Sean Duffy for U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary. Duffy is a former Congressman, Fox Business host, and reality TV cast member.
In response to the nomination, Sierra Club Executive Director Ben Jealous released the following statement:
“Another day, another deeply unqualified Cabinet nomination from Donald Trump – Sean Duffy has no business leading the Department of Transportation. His real-world understanding of transportation investments and economic opportunities are limited to a MTV show.
“We know our roads will never rule with Duffy at the helm. He has fought against investments in our roads and bridges – investments that create jobs and spur further economic growth —and shown a disdain for the workers who build and repair them. The role of DOT Secretary requires someone with real-world experience in transportation, an understanding of how fossil fuel vehicles pollute our communities, and a commitment to helping keep people walking, cycling, or driving safe on our roads. Donald Trump and Sean Duffy are a threat to the good paying jobs and future of America’s transportation sector.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with millions of members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.