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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ariana Baio

Trump’s ex-MTV star Transportation Secretary is ‘exploiting his Cabinet position’ to get son-in-law elected, critics say

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has been accused of wielding his political power to help his 26-year-old son-in-law get elected to his former congressional seat in Wisconsin, allegedly by helping secure donations from those with financial interests in transportation.

Michael Alfonso, a first-time candidate who previously worked in construction and podcasting, has also secured the endorsement of President Donald Trump, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, among others.

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