Hi Alex,

I saw the story today, and would like to request that the full quote below be included in the story
to full reflect Mr. Fiorentino?s contact with agency ethics officials.

Thank you,
Megan

From: PressOf?ce

Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2018 6:03 PM

To: Alex Mierjeski

Subject: RE: ProPublica Question for Story

Response Attributable to a DOT Spokesperson:

Mr. Fiorentino worked as a consultant at the Department from January 31, 2017 to May 1, 2017
and during his time at DOT he was in contact with agency ethics officials to ensure his
compliance with all applicable rules.

As background: Consultants do not have decision-making authority, and could not approve
actions or sign documents for agency actions.