State Rep. Kenyatta Walks 105 Miles to Protest SEPTA Cuts

State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta is undertaking a symbolic five-day, 105-mile walk from North Philadelphia to Harrisburg to protest the recent cuts to SEPTA public transportation services caused by a budget impasse in the Pennsylvania legislature. He attributes the crisis primarily to Republican inaction despite bipartisan proposals to fund mass transit, emphasizing that the issue is a lack of political will rather than resources. Kenyatta’s walk coincides with the 62nd anniversary of the March on Washington, underscoring the broader themes of social justice and economic equity tied to public transit access. While a judge granted a temporary injunction halting a planned fare hike and service reduction, cuts already in place continue to impact thousands of riders, prompting Kenyatta to advocate for a permanent solution. Governor Josh Shapiro has expressed willingness to consider using the transit trust fund to resolve the funding deadlock. Kenyatta has planned rallies in West Chester, Lancaster, and at the state capitol to amplify his call for sustained investment in SEPTA, highlighting the vital role transit plays in supporting Pennsylvania’s economy and working families.