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Today — 10 November 2025Main stream

Sean Duffy Juggles Shutdown Roles on Flight Safety and Trump Support

10 November 2025 at 06:49
With near-daily TV appearances, the transportation secretary has emerged as the face of the Trump administration amid the shutdown.

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy visiting Reagan National Airport in Washington on Friday. He has drawn praise for taking action on air safety and skepticism from those who see political motivations behind his moves.
Before yesterdayMain stream

As Hours Dwindled Before Flight Cuts, the Government Was Publicly Mum

Airlines did not wait for an announcement, notifying passengers and airports of expected changes before the Trump administration made official its list of affected airports.

© Stephanie Scarbrough/Associated Press

The lack of instruction from the Trump administration for most of Thursday fueled angst among would-be travelers.
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