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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 Kathy Hochul Wednesday announcing it had rescinded approval for her state's controversial congestion program.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
Recent 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.
Read the letter from Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, as provided by his agency, below:
