Industry News: Ray LaHood To Step Down As Transportation Secretary

[William Maley]

By William Maley

Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com

January 29, 2013

Ray LaHood, the Transportation Secretary of the Obama administration announced today that he would be stepping down.

"I have let President Obama know that I will not serve a second term as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It has been an honor and a privilege to lead the Department, and I am grateful to President Obama for giving me such an extraordinary opportunity," LaHood wrote in an email.

LaHood has put forth a number of initiatives during his time as transportation secretary including a campaign to reduce distracted driving, promote high-speed rail, and repair roads and bridges.

"I plan to stay on until my successor is confirmed to ensure a smooth transition for the Department and all the important work we still have to do," LaHood said.

Source: Associated Press

William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster.

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i heard that he's a Republican....