The Trump administration has issued ultimatums to New York regarding the congestion pricing toll in Manhattan, which the state continues to defy. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has warned that failing to comply may result in lost federal funds. Governor Kathy Hochul insists the toll is legal and beneficial, claiming it reduces traffic and increases business. This ongoing conflict highlights political tensions, with Trump's disapproval linked to his personal investments in the area affected by the toll.
"I repeat: congestion pricing is legal - and it's working. Traffic is down, business is up and the cameras are staying on," she said.
"The federal government sends billions to New York - but we won't foot the bill if Governor Hochul continues to implement an illegal toll to backfill the budget of New York's failing transit system."
#congestion-pricing #federal-vs-state-law #transportation-policy #trump-administration #new-york-politics
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