In a move that should have every America-first patriot cheering, the Senate overwhelmingly confirmed former Rep. Sean Duffy (R-Wis.) as the next Secretary of Transportation on Jan. 28. Duffy, a staunch defender of conservative values and free-market principles, will now take charge of one of the most critical agencies in Washington.
The Senate voted 77–22 in favor of Duffy’s confirmation, following a unanimous recommendation from the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Even some Democrats couldn’t help but acknowledge his track record of bipartisan cooperation and commitment to national security and public safety—though we all know they wouldn’t dare admit that too loudly.
Safety, Security, and Accountability
Duffy made it clear during his Jan. 15 confirmation hearing that his top priority is ensuring the safety and efficiency of America’s transportation systems—something the Biden administration has failed to do with its bloated, regulation-heavy approach.
When discussing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which falls under the Department of Transportation, Duffy didn’t mince words about Boeing’s recent troubles. “Boeing is a national security issue,” he declared. “They need tough love.” Unlike bureaucrats who let massive corporations run unchecked, Duffy promised oversight that prioritizes American lives and economic strength.
He also tackled another growing concern: the rise of mystery drone activity in U.S. airspace. While the left obsesses over controlling law-abiding citizens, they’ve allowed drone technology to operate with little transparency. Duffy made it clear that Americans deserve to know who’s flying what in our skies.
“We need transparency,” he said. “What’s happening, who’s flying, and so on.”
Stopping Biden’s EV Boondoggle
Duffy also weighed in on the growing controversy surrounding electric vehicles (EVs) and the Highway Trust Fund. Thanks to Biden’s push for EVs, traditional gas tax revenues are plummeting. But instead of forcing Americans into costly EVs through government handouts, Duffy advocated for a “robust marketplace” where consumers—not Washington elites—decide what cars they want to buy.
“We shouldn’t be forced to buy cars that Washington wants. We should go buy the cars that we want,” Duffy said.
That’s a stark contrast to the Biden administration’s heavy-handed attempts to manipulate the auto market through subsidies and mandates. Duffy suggested that if EV drivers aren’t contributing to the gas tax that funds roads, they should still pay their fair share—but how to implement that fairly remains a challenge.
“We could be far more efficient with our dollars. We could streamline the approach and get dollars into projects quicker,” he noted, emphasizing conservative principles of limited government and fiscal responsibility.
Cutting Red Tape & Putting America First
Even though President Trump has smartly put the brakes on much of Biden’s disastrous infrastructure spending spree, Duffy made it clear he supports funding projects that genuinely improve American roads and bridges—without the typical Washington waste.
“If confirmed, I will work to reduce the red tape that slows critical infrastructure projects, ensuring funds are spent efficiently,” Duffy promised.
With Duffy at the helm of the Department of Transportation, conservatives can expect policies that prioritize safety, transparency, and economic freedom over government bloat and leftist social engineering.
