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| Sean Duffy |
Sean Duffy, former Wisconsin Republican Congressman, has joined BGR Government Affairs to lead its financial services practice.
In stepping down Sept. 23, Duffy was a member of House Committee on Financial Services, which is responsible for capital markets, banking, international monetary policy, consumer protection, insurance and housing. He is remembered for pushing to overhaul the Dodd/Frank Act and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Duffy, who was elected in 2010, has been a vocal defender of president Trump during the impeachment saga. Since leaving Congress, Duffy has been a paid contributor to CNN.
Haley Barbour, ex-Republican National Committee chairman and Mississippi governor, co-founded BGR in 1991.
Brett Horton, who was chief of staff to House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, has joined the American Hotel & Lodging Assn. as its chief advocacy officer, a new position.
Daimler Truck North American Dealer Council has hired Crossroads Strategies for representation on tariff issues.
BGR Government Affairs has picked up Denmark’s Orsted for strategic counsel and advocacy on issues regarding off-shore wind development.
Tesla has hired Trump-connected Continental Strategy for DC representation.
Ballard Partners has landed Breitling, the Swiss luxury watchmaker, for guidance related to trade and tariffs.
