Secretary Pete Buttigieg

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19th Secretary of @USDOT from 2021-2025. This account is archived and no longer updated.

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1Aug 30, '24We're working on the future of America's passenger rail system—funding high-speed rail projects in the West and expanding service for communities across the country. Get your ticke73.6×8M70k6k2.4k
2Apr 20, '23Your budget plan cuts railroad safety inspections.71.1×7.7M91k10k328
4Feb 21, '23The facts don't lie. The 2021 letter you signed was obviously drafted by railroad industry lobbyists. It supports waivers that would reduce visual track inspections. Now: will you 58.7×6.3M47k9.3k302
5Feb 14, '23I continue to be concerned about the impacts of the Feb 3 train derailment near East Palestine, OH, and the effects on families in the ten days since their lives were upended throu54.8×5.9M26k3.5k241
6Jul 20, '24I am hearing reports of some airlines only offering flight credits to passengers for cancelled flights. Let me be clear — you are entitled to get your money back promptly if your f52.8×5.7M86k16k2.4k
7Oct 24, '24Um43.2×4.7M135k13k1.6k
8Feb 24, '23I am alarmed to learn that the Chair of the House Oversight Committee thinks that the NTSB is part of our Department. NTSB is independent (and with good reason). Still, of course, 39×4.2M46k7.7k260
9Sep 21, '24Right now, we are delivering America's largest infrastructure investment in generations. Over 60,000 projects are moving forward—in communities of all sizes across America.31.8×3.4M31k8.2k766
10May 22, '24Congresswoman, in what way do you believe that your support helped this project? We chose it because it's a good project, and funded it using President Biden's infrastructure packa29.9×3.2M70k19k723
11Apr 17, '23If you care about derailments, we need to talk about your House GOP Freedom Caucus budget proposal that would cut railroad safety inspections.27.9×3M19k2.8k63
12Dec 29, '22Our department will continue to support the traveling public. If your Southwest flight was delayed or canceled, and you are denied compensation for flights not taken or expenses li27.4×3M25k4.8k239
13Feb 15, '23Glad to see newfound bipartisan agreement here. We could start by discussing immediate steps Congress could take to address rail safety & reduce constraints on USDOT in this ar25.6×2.8M17k1.9k75
14Jul 13, '24In this horrible moment, encouraged to hear President Trump’s team indicate that the former president is doing well. An entire nation must speak with one voice today to completely 24.4×2.6M36k4.5k319
15Jul 22, '24We have received reports of continued disruptions and unacceptable customer service conditions at Delta Air Lines, including hundreds of complaints filed with @USDOT. I have made c22.4×2.4M38k3.6k666
16Sep 27, '23Are we really doing this?22.3×2.4M31k3.6k151
17Oct 8, '24The Department takes all allegations of airline price-gouging seriously. We are keeping a close eye on flights in and out of areas affected by Hurricane Milton to make sure airline20.9×2.3M42k4.5k487
18Oct 4, '24Today, our ports are open. Dockworkers are poised for a record hourly wage increase, and critical supplies can keep moving in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The agreement that 20.4×2.2M44k8.7k417
19Jan 11, '23FAA has determined that the safety system affected by the overnight outage is fully restored, and the nationwide ground stop will be lifted effective immediately. I have directed a20.4×2.2M18k2.4k32
20Oct 4, '24Great news tonight for workers, shippers, and our economy as ports reopen with an agreement on a major wage raise. I'm thankful to the ILA union & USMX companies for reaching t19.2×2.1M34k5.7k232
21Feb 21, '23During the initial response phase, I've followed the norm of staying out of the way of the independent NTSB. Now that we're into the policy phase, I'll be visiting - and I need you18.9×2M19k2.5k75
22Jan 17, '25As my time as Secretary of Transportation concludes, I’m proud of all we’ve accomplished: tens of thousands of infrastructure projects, millions of manufacturing and construction j18.8×2M64k6.3k475
23Dec 31, '24I'm confident that a century from now, future Americans will look back on the work we’ve done—much as we look at the Hoover Dam—and see how the Biden-Harris Administration's "Big D17.6×1.9M21k3.3k429
24Feb 28, '23Respectfully, the Brent Spence bridge we're funding in Kentucky is hardly a "woke initiative." Fighting climate change isn't "nonsense." And Leader McConnell could be enormously he17.6×1.9M23k4.2k88
25Nov 27, '24Reminder: Our department has zero tolerance for unruly behavior on an aircraft. If you act out on an airplane, you can face criminal prosecution and fines up to $37,000 per violati17.5×1.9M30k3k288
26Jul 23, '24.@USDOT has opened an investigation into Delta Air Lines to ensure the airline is following the law and taking care of its passengers during continued widespread disruptions. All a16.5×1.8M26k2.8k280
27Feb 23, '23Happy to discuss timing of our Ohio visit - but starting to think some in Washington want that to be the main focus so that there aren’t too many questions about rail safety regula15.6×1.7M23k3.3k55
28Dec 29, '22A week since the storm hit, every airline but one has recovered. Overall we’re seeing around 3% of flights canceled, excluding the unacceptable performance of Southwest - which can14.8×1.6M20k1.9k55
29Feb 23, '23I’ll work with anyone who is serious about increasing accountability and safety for freight railroads. The rest is just politics.14.1×1.5M28k4.5k126
30Nov 30, '23Spoken while touring an airport project that we selected... for funding from President Biden’s infrastructure bill… that Speaker Johnson voted against. And after voting, twice this13.8×1.5M23k6.7k230
31Mar 8, '24The benefit of *not being lead poisoned* is not speculative. It is enormous. And because lead poisoning leads to irreversible cognitive harm, massive economic loss, and even higher13.2×1.4M27k5.5k321
32Nov 15, '24Four years ago, we faced unprecedented crises. President Biden understood the magnitude of the challenge and used the tools of government to meet the moment—including an infrastruc12.6×1.4M23k4.7k579
33Feb 27, '23Touring the site of what will be one of the biggest EV battery factories in the world - right here in De Soto, Kansas. @POTUS said he's bringing manufacturing jobs back to the US. 12.4×1.3M22k3.8k82
34Jul 25, '24Grave concern for the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza cannot justify defacing federal property with Hamas slogans. Passionate differences are grounds for fierce debate and meaning12.4×1.3M26k3.6k257
35Oct 5, '24Our Department has approved North Carolina’s request for the first $100M in emergency funding to help restore transportation in the aftermath of Helene. Further support will follow12.4×1.3M25k6.1k298
36Oct 21, '24Children born today in America will not know an America without high-speed passenger rail—thanks to the investments we're making here in the 2020s.11.4×1.2M17k2.8k190
37Feb 27, '23Glad this will be reviewed independently so misleading narratives can be put to rest. Bottom line: I mostly fly on commercial flights, in economy class. And when I do use our agenc10.7×1.2M19k2.1k67
38Aug 2, '24Thanks, Senator—we're proud to see these major bridge investments take shape. Through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Biden-Harris administration has sent $4.9 billion to So9.8×1.1M36k6.1k244
39Oct 3, '24In the last 10 years, foreign-owned ocean carriers’ profits rose 350% or more, but port worker wages only increased about 15%. We've urged both parties to come to the table and for9.4×1M19k4.5k305
40Oct 23, '24The era of tolerating mistreatment of airline passengers with disabilities is over. Today, our department is announcing a $50 million penalty against American Airlines for numerous9.1×980k22k4.1k350
41Nov 27, '23Glad to see everyone is coming around to the benefits of President Biden's infrastructure law.8.3×900k21k3.9k69
42Sep 19, '24President Biden took office and immediately faced America's worst economic crisis in almost a century. Experts expected a recession. Instead, today the economy is growing, inflatio8.0×870k33k8.6k379
43Jul 25, '24If you've racked up out-of-pocket expenses on hotels, meals, alternative flights, etc. Delta is required to reimburse passengers. And if an airline is not living up to its requirem7.9×850k24k4k314
44Jan 26, '24Reality check: I approved this because it’s a deserving project, consistent with President Biden’s priorities. This is happening because the Biden infrastructure package passed, de7.8×847k18k4.1k123
45Feb 3, '23President Biden is shattering records for job creation. Again.7.6×821k23k3.3k23
46Nov 2, '24Some of the most interesting projects you may not have heard about are our investments in crash prevention via wildlife crossings.7.2×775k23k5.1k516
47Feb 23, '23The extraordinary people I met in East Palestine today asked for what anyone would want in this situation – safety, support, and accountability – and not to be used for political g7.2×775k18k2.7k66
48Jul 17, '23It's rare to have unemployment under 4% and inflation under 4% at the same time. And over 800,000 of the 13 million new jobs created are manufacturing jobs. This is @POTUS’ economi6.6×714k17k4.5k79
49Oct 29, '24Right now, we are delivering America's largest infrastructure investment in generations. Over 63,000 projects are moving forward—in communities of all sizes across America.6.6×709k17k3.9k249
51Jul 25, '24“This sacred task of perfecting our union is not about me, it’s about you. Your families. Your futures.” Tonight’s address reminded me once again why I am so proud to serve under t6.3×677k47k6.1k251
52Mar 31, '21Okay. NOW it's infrastructure week!6.0×0102k11k139
53Dec 22, '22Inspired and moved tonight to see President Zelensky address Congress to reaffirm the friendship between our countries and remind us that American support is “not charity” but “an 5.7×619k22k2k26
55Feb 19, '23Praying for President and Mrs. Carter, whose moral leadership both during and since his presidency have served to make America a better place. Their example calls all of us to be o5.6×600k21k1.4k21
56Oct 31, '24The economic experts didn’t think it was possible after Covid. In most countries, it still hasn’t happened, but after so much hard work and struggle by the American people, here it5.2×560k21k5.7k235
57Oct 11, '23Coming out takes strength and courage. On this National Coming Out Day, we celebrate our LGBTQ+ community and everyone's right to be exactly who you are.5.1×549k18k2k16
58Dec 8, '24Let's be clear about who passed the largest infrastructure package in history.4.9×526k22k5.8k411
59Feb 3, '21I’m honored to serve as Secretary of Transportation and help build the kind of infrastructure that creates jobs, empowers all, and keeps travelers & workers safe. It’s time to 4.5×079k6.1k64
60Mar 26, '24Grateful to the first responders who’ve been on scene at the Francis Scott Key Bridge.4.5×484k20k2k70
61Jul 21, '22Good morning! Gas prices are going down.4.4×062k6.4k49
62Oct 1, '24Happy birthday, President Carter! You have set an extraordinary example through your leadership and character, and we celebrate all you have done to make the world a better place i4.3×467k32k2.8k133
63Feb 3, '22A great way to ease supply chain issues would be to make more things in America.3.9×055k5.8k115
64Jan 17, '25We are leaving America's transportation systems in much better condition than we found them. I'm proud of all we have done together, and it has been an enormous honor to serve as y3.6×393k11k1.5k212
65Mar 2, '22Very, very proud of our President tonight.3.4×061k3.7k29
66Aug 6, '24We're investing in America—and that means all of America. Today I'm in Maine, the 50th state I’ve visited as Secretary and the latest chance to see how our investments are benefiti3.4×368k16k2.3k97
67May 14, '24We just issued a rule requiring airlines to inform you, before you buy a ticket, of fees they will charge you. Now, the airline lobby is suing us, saying that if you have the right3.2×348k17k3.8k148
68Aug 22, '24We are nearly three years into the infrastructure law. Across every state, over 60,000 projects are moving forward—the largest investment in U.S. infrastructure in generations. Our2.9×309k16k3.3k347
69Mar 8, '24Strength. Clarity. Vision. Compassion. Never been prouder to serve under the leadership of our President.2.8×306k24k2.6k49
70Jul 5, '22Airlines may offer you points or miles as compensation for a canceled flight. When deciding whether to accept (miles are worth about 1-2 cents), remember that my department enforce2.7×040k8.2k1k
71Oct 29, '24Today, we're announcing funding for 122 rail projects to strengthen supply chains, improve passenger rail, and boost freight safety and efficiency. The Biden-Harris infrastructure 2.7×295k16k3.8k204
72Jun 6, '22I have tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild symptoms. I plan to work remotely while isolating according to CDC guidelines, and look forward to when I can safely re2.4×030k1.7k76
73Nov 20, '24Wishing you a happy birthday, @POTUS! Thank you for your lifetime in service to our nation. It has been an enormous honor to serve under your leadership in this Administration.2.3×248k21k1.8k94
74Mar 25, '21You should not have to own a car to prosper in this country, no matter what kind of community you're living in.2.2×035k3.7k102
75Jul 20, '22Chasten and I bought our first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle five years ago, used. It cost us about $14,000. We charged it through a regular wall plug in our garage in South Bend2.2×030k2.5k126
76Dec 22, '21Shelves are stocked. Retailers anticipate their best year ever. That's because workers, businesses - and our President & administration - stepped up.2.1×030k4.7k58
77Feb 4, '21Whether you're hopping on a bus or ordering a ride-share, wearing a mask is the best thing you can do to keep yourself, fellow travelers, and transportation workers safe.2.1×037k3.9k24
78Feb 3, '21Thank you @VP for officially swearing me in this morning. I’m humbled to join an administration full of remarkable leaders who have broken barriers on the road to public service.2.0×036k3k45
79Mar 12, '21Gen Z is dreaming big. It's time we all did the same.2.0×027k3.9k467
80Feb 26, '21Bike Twitter says my seat was too low. Can confirm.1.9×034k2.1k130
81Mar 3, '21We are so close. This is not the time to surrender to the virus. We must do everything we can to save lives and end this pandemic.1.7×031k3.3k15
82Jan 31, '22We would never tolerate 3,000 deaths per month on America's airlines or subways, but on our roads we act like it's normal. It's time for a new mentality for roadway safety.1.7×027k2.9k94
83Nov 20, '22The violent news from Colorado Springs is sickening and heartbreaking - the more so because there is a pattern. We can not, will not, allow hate to win. We must end this in our tim1.7×025k4.4k31
84Dec 11, '22A year ago, more than 100 ships waited their turn amid supply chain bottlenecks triggered by the pandemic. Not anymore, thanks to hard work by transportation workers, key businesse1.6×024k3.8k39
85Jan 6, '22“You can’t love your country only when you win.” Well said, @POTUS. Thank you for your moral clarity in defending our democracy.1.5×026k3k40
86Apr 8, '21Americans from both parties want modern roads, transit, energy, and elder care. The President's got a plan. Let's make it happen.1.4×023k3.2k14
87May 24, '22How many more lives? How many more children? And how much longer before we reject the choices that have made ours the one country where this happens routinely? It is not inevitable1.4×023k3.1k24
88Apr 12, '21Let me be clear: American highways were too often built through Black neighborhoods on purpose—dividing communities, adding pollution, and making pedestrians less safe.1.4×021k3.3k90
89Feb 3, '21There is so much work ahead of us, but I am deeply optimistic about the future of American travel.1.3×021k2.7k126
90Jun 1, '22The meaning of Pride – as celebration and also as protest – has never mattered more. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇺🇸1.3×022k2.4k21
91Dec 13, '22What an honor to be with Chasten at the White House on this historic day for equality in America.1.3×021k1.7k64
92Jul 2, '22Sometimes an airline will offer you points or miles as compensation, but you are entitled to a cash refund when your flight is canceled. When deciding whether to accept miles, it’s1.3×018k3.1k398
93May 15, '22The shootings in Buffalo are horrific. Their apparent motivation makes it even more so. Hate can have no home in this country, and thoughts and prayers will not be enough.1.2×019k2.6k18
94Dec 13, '22Starting today, millions of American families will know that our marriages are protected — not just by a margin of one on the Supreme Court but by American law.1.1×017k2.1k52
95Nov 12, '21The surest way to fix a pandemic-driven supply problem is to end the pandemic.1.1×018k2.4k25
96Feb 5, '21Trolley Parton?1.1×020k1.3k59
97Apr 12, '21Why would anyone turn against broadband because it's not a bridge, or come out against water pipes because they're not highways?1.1×017k2.4k8
98Apr 18, '21Your ability to bike or cross the street safely is absolutely a matter of infrastructure.1.0×017k1.9k31
99Nov 17, '22Madam Speaker, thank you for your brilliant and historic leadership, advancing and passing legislation that will make America a better place to live for generations to come.1.0×016k1.7k17
100Apr 9, '21The need is clear: American infrastructure is falling behind and this is our moment to invest.1.0×016k2k7
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