Spanberger names new transportation secretary

(The Center Square) – Nick Donohue will serve as Virginia’s next Secretary of Transportation after being appointed Tuesday by Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger.

Spanberger said Donohue’s background includes work on rail expansion, the Interstate 81 improvement program, SMART SCALE, and funding efforts for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA).

“Virginians deserve a visionary leader who understands the vital role that our transportation network plays in building a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Commonwealth,” said Spanberger in a statement.

Donohue said he is committed to improving mobility and ensuring that public investments deliver reliable service for residents. He also said he looks forward to advancing Spanberger’s agenda “to improve the everyday lives of Virginians.”

The appointment continues Spanberger’s rollout of her i...