Trump Revokes NYC Congestion Pricing Approval

The Trump administration has withdrawn federal approval for New York City's congestion pricing plan, a move that has sparked significant controversy and legal challenges. The U.S. Department of Transportation, led by Secretary Sean Duffy, cited reasons such as the lack of a toll-free option and the plan's focus on revenue rather than reducing congestion. New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) have responded with a lawsuit, aiming to preserve the toll system intended to fund public transit improvements. Reactions have been mixed, with New Jersey politicians celebrating the decision as a win against what they term a 'cash grab,' while New York officials and residents express concerns over the potential impact on traffic and transit funding. Despite the termination order, Hochul and the MTA have vowed to keep the system operational until a court rules otherwise.