NYC congestion pricing scanners are staying on, despite President Trump's attempt to end New York's toll for drivers in Manhattan.

Summary

NYC’s congestion pricing program, launched Jan 5 after Biden administration approval, faces new threats from the Trump administration.

Governor Kathy Hochul vows to keep the toll scanners active, deeming Trump’s effort and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s order an attack on the city.

The MTA swiftly filed a legal complaint to uphold the $9 toll, citing reduced traffic and critical funding for mass transit.

Legal experts warn the Trump administration faces an uphill legal battle.

  • NoneOfUrBusiness@fedia.io
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    2 days ago

    I think you’re misunderstanding this particular situation. Hochul didn’t ignore Trump’s order; he’s going to contest it in court as outside Trump’s legal authority as president.

    • PhilipTheBucket@ponder.cat
      2·
      2 days ago

      Yeah, I kind of knew that from glancing at the story. Just let me enjoy my fantasy where the US is not about to fracture and collapse into the sea, amid a big chorus of “But he’s not allowed to do that!”