Shanté Hastings is making history as Delaware’s first African American woman to be sworn in as Secretary of Transportation. DelDOT says she has over twenty years of experience with the department, most recently serving as chief engineer and deputy secretary.
Governor John Carney announced that Secretary Nicole Majeski will step down later this month from her current role as the head of the DelDOT after 13 years of service at the Department.
Six Delaware Senate Republicans are urging Gov. Carney to remove Delaware Department of Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse after a Public Integrity Commission report revealed improper disbursement of taxpayer money. The report said over $100,000 was paid to department employees to house seized animals without public notice.
Delaware Gov. John Carney announced several nominations for leadership and cabinet positions on Monday, including one for the new Marijuana Commissioner. If approved, the commissioner would oversee the implementation of Delaware's marijuana legalization law and industry regulation.
Governor-Elect Wes Moore announced the appointment of multiple positions, aiming to have a diverse cabinet.
