Sean Duffy sparks outrage after controversial remark at Trump’s America 250 event

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSecretary of Transportation Sean Duffy holds his daughter during a rally to kick off the Great American State Fair on the National Mall on June 24, 2026 in Washington, DC (Getty)Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy faced widespread criticism for using a derogatory term during his speech at the America 250 celebrations. Duffy used the word “lib****,” a play on a slur for people with developmental disabilities, to criticize artists who had withdrawn from the event. Social media users condemned his remark, highlighting that Duffy is the father of a daughter with Down syndrome, making the comment particularly offensive. Many critics called his statement “disgusting” and a “disgrace,” questioning his judgment as a parent. In his speech, Duffy also advised young people to marry and have children, claiming they have been misled about finding fulfillment through hookup culture or social media, and should instead seek truth in faith. In fullSean Duffy unwittingly trashes two of his kids during his speech by using derogatory terms and blasting influencersThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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