Elected officials in Queens have expressed strong disapproval after the Trump Administration announced plans to rescind federal approval for the congestion pricing program. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy criticized the toll as detrimental to working-class Americans, emphasizing the need for accessible entry to New York City. Following the toll's implementation, positive outcomes were reported, including improved travel times. As Trump takes credit for ending the program, Governor Hochul remains determined to preserve congestion pricing, stating that New York will fight back against the Administration's decision.
"Every American should be able to access New York City regardless of their economic means. It shouldn't be reserved for an elite few," Duffy wrote in the letter to Hochul.
Trump declared on Truth Social that New York had been 'saved' and proclaimed himself as a 'king,' stating, 'CONGESTION PRICING IS DEAD.'
Hochul has since stated that New York is 'in a fight' to save congestion pricing and vowed that the city would 'not back down.'
Duffy did not indicate a specific date for when the Trump Administration intends to end the program, creating uncertainty for commuters.
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