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What does Sean Duffy do?
Sean Duffy, as the US transport secretary, heads the Department of Transportation. This department oversees all modes of transport, including aviation, highways, railways, and maritime. His description of the Learjet 60 crash as a "horrific tragedy" reflects his responsibility for transport safety across the nation, not just in the air.
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