MTA Sues Trump Administration Over NYC Congestion Pricing

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration following the revocation of federal approval for New York City's congestion pricing program. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy criticized the program, calling it a burden on working-class Americans and small businesses, while President Trump declared it 'dead' in a social media post. New York Governor Kathy Hochul defended the program, highlighting its positive impact on traffic and local businesses, and insisted that the MTA would continue operating it unless a court ordered otherwise. The MTA's lawsuit argues that the federal government's actions are politically motivated and unlawful, urging the court to reinstate the program. Hochul emphasized the importance of public transit for New York’s economy and expressed determination to challenge the federal decision. The ongoing legal battle underscores the contentious political landscape surrounding urban transit initiatives.