Trump Considers Former Uber Exec Emil Michael, Architect of $15B+ Raise, for Transportation Secretary

Nov 17, 2024, 04:26 PM

President-elect Donald Trump is considering Emil Michael, former Uber executive and Chief Business Officer, to lead the Department of Transportation. Michael, known for his transformative work in innovative companies and for orchestrating a $15B+ raise at Uber, is seen as a strong candidate to promote self-driving cars. Trump's transition team plans to prioritize easing U.S. regulations for autonomous vehicles, a key priority for Elon Musk. Other candidates for the position include former GOP Congressman Garrett Graves, current GOP Rep Sam Graves, and former GOP Rep Sean Duffy.