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Elaine Lan Chao (born March 26, 1953) is an American businesswoman and former government official who served as United States secretary of labor in the administration of George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009 and as United States Secretary of Transportation in the administration of Donald Trump from 2017 to 2021.
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Elaine L. Chao, the first Asian-American woman to serve in a Cabinet-level position in the U.S. government. Find out her background, achievements, controversies and personal life.
Feb 28, 2024 · Learn how the Senate Minority Leader and the former Transportation Secretary met, married and supported each other in their political journeys. Find out how they balance their roles, their views and their household chores.
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Oct 14, 2022 · Former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao testifies why she left the Trump administration after the insurrection. She says the events were \"shocking\" and against her values and philosophy as an immigrant and a believer in democracy.
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Jan 7, 2021 · Elaine Chao, the wife of Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell, becomes the highest ranking Trump official to quit in protest after the pro-Trump insurrection at Capitol. She says the violent attack has deeply troubled her and she cannot set aside.
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Jan 7, 2021 · Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced she is resigning, citing the "traumatic and entirely avoidable" violence at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Her resignation will be effective next...
Mar 3, 2021 · Elaine Chao, his eldest daughter, who was raised in and around New York City, has been prominent in Republican politics for decades, including an eight-year term as labor secretary under...