Transport Secretary Leaves D.C. Amid Travel Crisis for Family Fundraiser
As the government shutdown threatens to paralyze air travel across the United States, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is leaving Washington, D.C., to attend his son-in-law's congressional campaign event in Wausau, Wisconsin.
The meet-and-greet, hosted by Michael Alfonso, Duffy’s son-in-law, is set for Tuesday, Veterans Day, and will feature coffee and pastries in the morning. The timing of Duffy’s appearance has drawn criticism amid the ongoing transportation turmoil.
“While our airports are in chaos, the Transportation Secretary is flying to a campaign fundraiser for his son-in-law,” remarked liberal commentator Ron Filipkowski on X.
Sources close to President Donald Trump expressed frustration, noting that Duffy did not consult the White House before confirming his attendance. According to NOTUS, one insider described the move as a “world-class stupid decision.”
A spokesperson for the Transportation Department told the Daily Mail that Duffy’s participation is strictly personal and “does not reflect any official administration position or endorsement.”
Author’s Summary
Sean Duffy’s trip to a family fundraiser during a major travel crisis has stirred political criticism and raised questions about judgment and priorities within the administration.