NYC Congestion Pricing Clash Between Gov. Hochul and President Trump

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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