Pete Buttigieg – the first LGBTQ American confirmed to a cabinet-level post (Pic: Gage Skidmore) In a historic moment, the US Senate has confirmed the proudly gay Pete Buttigieg as transportation secretary, making him the first LGBTQ American to hold a Senate-confirmed cabinet position. The 39-year-old Buttigieg, who ran for president before dropping out of the race in March last year, was confirmed by senators in an overwhelming 86-13 vote on Tuesday.
He will be responsible for transportation in President Joe Biden’s cabinet and will oversee the US Department of Transportation, which is comprised of over 55,000 employees and thirteen agencies. “I’m honored and humbled by today’s vote in the Senate — and ready to get to work,” said
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