This was hilarious.
On Monday, SpaceX engineers will visit the Air Traffic Control System Command Center in Virginia, as part of a broader effort by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to overhaul and modernize America’s air traffic control system. Duffy, who shared the announcement in a post on X (formerly Twitter), is committed to delivering a new, world-class system that will put the United States ahead of the world in aviation safety and efficiency. This push is in line with President Trump’s directive to enhance America’s infrastructure.
Duffy made it clear that to accomplish this ambitious goal, he’s reaching out to the brightest minds in the country. “America deserves a modern, safe, and efficient air travel system, and President Trump has tasked me with making it the best in the world,” Duffy said. “I’m calling on American innovators, developers, and companies who are willing to give back to our country. If you’re willing to contribute, I want to hear from you.”
The SpaceX team, led by Elon Musk, will play a significant role in this mission, touring the Air Traffic Control System Command Center to assess the current system. Duffy noted that the engineers would gather feedback directly from air traffic controllers to understand their challenges and brainstorm how to implement modern, safer solutions.
But it wasn’t just the progress of this vital project that Duffy made clear—he also used this opportunity to take a swipe at former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Duffy addressed the predictable criticism that would come from Clinton and the media, stating, “I know the media and Hillary Clinton will likely try to claim that SpaceX is getting special treatment. But let me set the record straight: the FAA routinely gives tours of this facility to media and businesses.” By calling out Clinton directly, Duffy exposed her hypocritical tendency to stir controversy while undermining the hard work being done to improve the country’s air travel system.
Duffy also said he would be visiting the FAA school in Oklahoma later in the week to talk with air traffic controller teachers and students. His goal is to ensure the next generation of controllers receives the best possible training.
This effort is part of a broader initiative launched by President Trump to fight government waste, fraud, and inefficiency. Trump appointed Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, which focuses on rooting out problems in federal agencies. In response to Duffy’s post, Musk emphasized the nonpartisan importance of improving air travel safety, writing, “SpaceX engineers will help make air travel safer for all Americans.”
While Duffy works tirelessly to improve air travel, his comments also send a powerful message: America is focused on progress, not petty political bickering. And with figures like Clinton attempting to undermine this crucial effort, it’s clear that Duffy is not afraid to stand up to those who stand in the way of American success.