US Department of Transportation

Secretary Sean Duffy has coffee with law enforcement in honor of National Police Week.

Under President Donald J. Trump, America is not just building again; we're soaring to new heights! ✈️🔥

Embrace the future, it’s time to leave the outdated behind!

We're launching a new era of air traffic control. We're building a fully modern system from the ground up, upgrading the backbone of American aviation with cutting-edge technology that enhances safety and reduces delays.

Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Sean Duffy, we are cutting red tape, speeding up hiring, and offering new incentives to retain experienced controllers and place graduates where they are needed most.
Read more here 👇

We’re supercharging America’s air traffic controller workforce.

Chris Rocheleau’s official photo.

We are excited to welcome Chris Rocheleau as the new FAA Acting Administrator!

With a strong commitment to safety and innovation, he is prepared to lead the agency into the future.

The Honorable Sean Duffy, 20th Secretary of Transportation of the United States

The official portrait of Sean Duffy, the 20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation, just dropped! 🇺🇸🔥

We hear you loud and clear @POTUS!

A busy underground Metro station with a moving train and waiting commuters. Bold text reads: ‘Metro ridership on track to reach 5-year high as federal workers return to the office.’ and the U.S. Department of Transportation logo at the bottom.

With federal workers returning to the office, @wmata.com is seeing its busiest days since 2020.

Expect higher volumes during peak hours—plan ahead and travel safely!

America is moving full speed ahead! 🇺🇸🚆

We are rebuilding faster to ensure this critical route remains open for the people of North Carolina and Tennessee.

We are thrilled to announce that a 12-mile stretch of I-40 is now reopening. 🛣️

Thanks to the strong support from President Trump and The Forest Service, we secured a special use permit to utilize nearby materials, dramatically expediting our recovery efforts and reducing costs for Americans.

U.S. Postal Service Announces Refined Service Standards and Cost Reductions. Learn more: b.link/q66ywysu

A photo of the Main Terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport during dusk in Virginia, USA.

Air travel is really taking off in the DC area! 🛫

Dulles Airport served a record-breaking 27.25 million passengers in 2024, surpassing its previous high from 2005.

Reagan Airport also set a new all-time record, beating its 2023 total.

"...Thanks to our dedicated air traffic controllers and top FAA Academy grads, flying remains the safest way to travel. I am committed to restoring the FAA’s mission to safety and asking for more great candidates to join us." (3/3)

"...We want the best and brightest to get expedited entry into the academy, and as an incentive to apply, we will be increasing the pay for those in training. This administration is committed to solving the air traffic control shortage that has existed for too long..." (2/3)

Sec. Duffy: "Today, I rolled out a plan to supercharge our air traffic controllers. The FAA is streamlining the 8-step hiring process at the FAA into a 5-step process. This will accelerate the time-to-hire for these critical positions by shaving more than four months off the old process..." (1/3)

STOP. Trains can't." Close-up view of a red, illuminated railroad crossing signal arm, with a blurred train and additional crossing signal in the background under a clear sky.

Reminder — trains ALWAYS have the right of way. 🚂☑️

New York State’s cordon pricing program unfairly targets working-class Americans and small businesses that depend on taxpayer-funded federal highways to reach Manhattan.

Read more on the announcement to terminate this program:

Promotional graphic emphasizing the importance of seat belts, stating "Seat belts have saved thousands of lives. Enough to fill several football stadiums." Includes an image of a seat belt and a football.

Seat belts have saved hundreds of thousands of lives since data collection began.

Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. ✅

If you're facing snow, ice — or both — remember these tips if you must venture out. ⬇️

“…If there was negligence, incompetence, or failure anywhere in the system, we will find it—and I will fix it.

I will provide further updates as we uncover the facts.” (3/3)

“…I will find answers to how this happened. I have directed every relevant agency to immediately investigate what went wrong, and I will not tolerate delays or bureaucratic excuses…” (2/3)

Sec Duffy: “What happened today should never have happened. I want the families of the victims to know that they have my word: I will not rest until you have the truth.” (1/3)

"...Thank you to all first responders who are on the scene and conducting the search and rescue operations."

Sec Duffy: "I have directed USDOT and the FAA to provide full support to the NTSB and all responding agencies and authorities. I have spoken with Washington D.C. Mayor Bowser, Virginia Governor Youngkin, Kansas Governor Kelly, and NTSB Chair Homendy to offer our agency’s complete assistance..."

Welcome to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Secretary Duffy and family!

It’s harder to control or stop your vehicle on a slick or snow-covered surface.

1. Slow down when driving on icy roadways
2. Increase your following distance so you have plenty of time to stop for vehicles ahead of you.