The Department of Transportation terminated approval for NYC congestion pricing, leading to a clash between Gov. Kathy Hochul and President Donald Trump over the toll program. Despite federal order, tolls remain due to a lawsuit. Hochul vows to continue fighting for the program.
Key Points
Department of Transportation terminated approval for NYC congestion pricing
Gov. Kathy Hochul clashed with President Donald Trump over the toll program
Federal lawsuit aims to keep the tolls in place despite the order to stop
Hochul vows to continue fighting for the congestion pricing program
Pros
Thinning traffic in Manhattan's core
Funding mass transit
Innovative way to speed up traffic and reduce air pollution
Cons
Divisive among suburban commuters and those not well-served by the subway system