"Chao’s designation of Inman as a special intermediary for Kentucky — a privilege other states did not enjoy — gave a special advantage to projects favored by her husband, which could in turn benefit his political interests."

So Elaine Chao, Transportation Secretary, married to Mitch McConnell, hires her husband's former campaign aide to be her own staffer and then designates him specifically to help pave the way for Transportation-funded projects in McConnell's state as he runs for reelection. pic.twitter.com/USh8vbylLK

— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) June 11, 2019