Are the days numbered for congestion pricing? That’s the big question as President Donald Trump got more specific on how he could kill it, though he has not yet decided what, if anything, he will do regarding the future of the controversial tolling plan. NBC New York’s Andrew Siff reports.
President Donald Trump's Department of Transportation says it sent a letter to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul Wednesday announcing it had rescinded approval for her state's controversial congestion program.
The governor had a simple response: "We'll see you in court."
We are a nation of laws, not ruled by a king. pic.twitter.com/PikwB5OwnM
— Governor Kathy Hochul (@GovKathyHochul) February 19, 2025
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WATCH HERERecent data has indicated fewer cars and fewer crashes since the program took effect, according to the MTA.
It wasn't clear how congestion pricing would immediately be impacted because of the approval withdrawal. The MTA already has pledged to pursue legal action. Get the full story here.
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