Sean Duffy

Politician, Former Reality TV Actor, Prosecutor, Lobbyist

American Hayward, Wisconsin, U.S.

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ProfessionPolitician, Former Reality TV Actor, Prosecutor, Lobbyist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth03/10/1971
Age54 years
BirthplaceHayward, Wisconsin, U.S.

Latest News about Sean Duffy

09/07/2025

President Trump selected Sean Duffy to serve as acting administrator of NASA while he was already serving as Secretary of Transportation. The temporary appointment expanded his federal responsibilities across two major agencies. He remained in the NASA acting role until December 2025.

28/01/2025

The U.S. Senate confirmed Sean Duffy as the 20th Secretary of Transportation in a 77-22 vote. He had been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump on November 18, 2024, and was sworn in the same day as the confirmation. This marked a major federal cabinet appointment after his earlier career in Congress and media.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameSean Patrick Duffy
ReligionCatholic

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 1" (185 cm)
Eye ColorMoss Green
Hair ColorMedium Ash Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • William Mitchell College of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota, United States
  • Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, United States
Qualifications
  • Doctor of Law - JD from William Mitchell College of Law
  • Bachelor of Arts from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date11/04/1999

Family

FatherThomas Walter Duffy
MotherCarol Ann
Siblings10
SpouseRachel Campos (Television personality)
Children
  • Patrick Miguel
  • John-Paul
  • Xavier Jack
  • Evita Pilar
  • Lucia-Belen
  • Paloma Pilar
  • Maria
  • Victoria Margarita
  • Margarita Pilar
  • Valentina Stella
  • Maris

Career

Political PartyRepublican Party
Political Journey
  • Served as Ashland County District Attorney starting in 2002 after being appointed by Governor Scott McCallum.
  • Continuously reelected as Ashland County District Attorney from 2004 to 2008 without opposition.
  • Launched his congressional campaign in July 2009 and resigned from his district attorney position in June 2010.
  • Defeated Democratic nominee Pat Kreitlow in the 2012 United States House elections and won subsequent elections in 2014, 2016, and 2018.
  • Held a significant role in the House Financial Services Committee and was involved in various investigations and subcommittees.
  • Resigned from Congress in 2019 to focus on family matters, particularly due to his daughter's health issues, and later became a lobbyist.
  • Joined Fox News as a contributor in 2020 and co-hosted The Bottom Line on Fox Business in 2023.
  • Nominated by President-elect Trump for U.S. Secretary of Transportation on November 18, 2024.
  • Confirmed by the Senate on January 28, 2025, in a 77-22 vote and sworn in as the 20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation the same day.
  • Served as acting administrator of NASA from July to December 2025.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Sean Duffy was an accomplished athlete, earning two speed-climbing titles and starting log rolling at age five.
2. He met his wife Rachel Campos on the reality show Road Rules: All Stars in 1998.
3. Duffy has served as an ESPN commentator and athlete in the Great Outdoor Games.
4. He received honor as the Badger State Games Honorary Athlete for Winter Games in 2004.
5. Sean appeared on The Real World Awards Bash as a district attorney.
6. He actively supported legislation regarding wolves and immigration during his congressional term.
7. After leaving Congress, Duffy focused on lobbying with BGR Group and continued his media career.
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