Trump Administration Mulling Move To Halt Congestion Pricing: Report

NEW YORK CITY — The Trump administration could move to withdraw a key federal authorization that would halt New York City’s congestion pricing less than a month into the program, according to a New York Times report.

The administration and the Department of Transportation have had discussion on the program. A move to end the program would most likely lead to a lengthy legal battle, according to the report.

President Trump vowed to end congestion pricing once he entered office, and has said it was harmful to the city’s economy.

Congestion pricing began on Jan. 5, with drivers now being charged $9 to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street, Patch previously reported.

The purpose of the plan is to reduce gridlock in Manhattan's busiest areas and encourage public transit use, officials said.

The charges will be recorded via camera tolls, the MTA said.

The plan is expected to generate more than $15 billion for public transportation upgrades in New York City, the MTA said.

Gov. Kathy Hochul and Trump have spoken this week about congestion pricing, according to the report.

In addition, Trump told Hochul he would be in touch again before any decisions were made.

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