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The Trump administration has unveiled an unconventional six-part YouTube series featuring Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family traveling across America. Titled “The Great American Road Trip,” the show launched on the Department of Transportation’s official channel and was billed as a celebration of American history and culture.
However, the production appears to prioritize showcasing the Duffy family over actual historical content. While the series visits landmarks such as the Liberty Bell and the Grand Canyon, viewers spend considerably more time learning about the Duffys’ personal lives, including how the couple met on a reality television program and details about their nine children. Trump makes a brief appearance in the opening to send off the traveling family.
The show, which spans nearly three hours across six episodes, has generated questions about its purpose and intended audience. Government officials maintain that no public funds supported the production, though the series carries sponsorship from major corporations including Boeing and Toyota, both of which are overseen by the Transportation Department. The project faced delays earlier in the year amid ethical concerns about its creation and funding structure.
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Originally reported by Theguardian →
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