Watch the LaHood Confirmation Hearing Online

By Ben Fried
Jan 21, 2009

At 2:00 p.m. the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will vet Obama’s choice for Transportation Secretary, Ray LaHood. Will they grill the former Illinois rep on his predilection for pork and ties to Caterpillar? Tune in to the live webcast to find out.

Also on tap (tomorrow at 10:00 a.m.) — the House Transportation Committee holds its hearing on the infrastructure portion of the stimulus bill.

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By Elana Schor | Feb 26, 2010

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VIDEO: LaHood Visits ‘The Daily Show’ to Talk Transportation

By Elana Schor | Dec 16, 2009

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Fact-Checking the Toyota Hearing: Lower Speeds Increase Safety

By Elana Schor | Feb 24, 2010

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