The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority issued the following statement congratulating Anthony Foxx on his confirmation as the next U.S. Secretary of Transportation:

“The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority congratulates Anthony Foxx on his confirmation. We look forward to working with him as we pursue world-class travel opportunities for the National Capital region and to secure TIFIA loan financing for the Metrorail to Dulles project.”

“Secretary Ray LaHood has been a great national leader.  He was instrumental in moving the Silver Line project forward and in helping us make the Airports Authority a better organization.  We are grateful for Secretary LaHood’s service and wish him well in his future endeavors.”

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