The Trump transition team is evaluating several candidates for the position of U.S. Department of Transportation chief, informed sources revealed to Reuters. Among the frontrunners is Emil Michael, a former Uber executive who maintains strong connections within tech circles and political realms.
Other noteworthy contenders include current Missouri Representative Sam Graves, outgoing Louisiana Representative Garret Graves, and Sean Duffy, a former Wisconsin congressman now serving as a Fox News host. While some candidates speak openly about their prospects, others remain tight-lipped on the issue.
Elon Musk, a key Trump supporter, is expected to wield considerable influence in the candidate selection process, according to insiders. The Transportation Department, which manages a vast range of regulatory tasks, from pipelines to aviation, could see Tesla’s regulatory landscape shift under potential new leadership influenced by Musk.
(With inputs from agencies.)
