President-elect Donald Trump this week named Elaine Chao as his choice to head the Department of Transportation.
Trump Picks Elaine Chao to Head Department of Transportation
Key Takeaways:
- President-elect Donald Trump nominated Elaine Chao as his choice for Secretary of Transportation, emphasizing a plan to invest $1 trillion in infrastructure redevelopment.
- Chao brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as Secretary of Labor for eight years and Deputy Secretary for Transportation under President George H. W. Bush.
- Trump intends to make infrastructure a priority in his first 100 days, with industry leaders expressing hope for improvements to airports and air traffic control.
- Aviation industry organizations welcome Chao's nomination, anticipating collaboration to advance general aviation and the Next Generation aviation system.
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