President Trump's administration has decided to revoke federal approval for New York's congestion pricing plan shortly after its launch. This initiative, designed to help reduce traffic congestion in Manhattan and fund public transit, charges vehicles entering a specific zone below 60th Street in Manhattan. Despite early data indicating positive effects like reduced gridlock and increased foot traffic, the Trump administration has expressed concerns over its financial burden on working-class drivers. New York's governor has vowed to challenge this decision, indicating a legal confrontation over the future of the program.
President Trump pledged to end New York's congestion pricing plan and his administration has moved to revoke federal approval for the tolling program, stating objections.
Congressional officials criticized the program, highlighting its perceived burden on working-class drivers and questioning the allocation of toll revenue toward mass transit rather than road improvements.
Early data since the tolls began show reduced gridlock and increased foot traffic in the toll zone, indicating initial success in the program's goal.
Governor Hochul has vowed to maintain congestion pricing despite federal objections, while the Metropolitan Transportation Authority has filed a lawsuit in response.
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