Summary
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made an error in a social media post by calling the current U.S. Cabinet the "best since 1776," which was before the Cabinet existed. The first U.S. Cabinet was established in 1789 when George Washington became President.
Key Facts
- Sean Duffy is the current U.S. Transportation Secretary.
- Duffy claimed the current Cabinet was the best since 1776 in a social media post.
- The United States Cabinet was first formed in 1789, not 1776.
- 1776 is when the U.S. declared independence, but the Cabinet wasn't established until 13 years later.
- The Cabinet was created during George Washington's presidency.
- Social media users quickly pointed out Duffy's historical error.
- As of now, Duffy has not corrected the mistake publicly.
