Big Apple defies Trump order to dump congestion tax

New York’s congestion toll for drivers entering Manhattan remains active despite a deadline from the Trump administration to halt it, with the MTA confirming that traffic cameras continue to collect fees. The $9 fee, which began on January 5, aims to reduce traffic and generate revenue for public transportation, and has resulted in a 13% drop in vehicles entering the congestion zone. Despite federal opposition, the MTA reports that it is on track to meet its projected revenue of $500 million for the year from the tolling program.

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