Judge rejects Trump bid to end congestion pricing

The federal government's bid to abruptly withdraw approvals for the tolling program was unlawful and unreasoned, the judge said.

By: Nikita Biryukov

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: March 3, 2026

Words: 735

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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A federal judge on Tuesday ruled the Trump administration’s efforts to unilaterally end New York’s congestion pricing program were illegal, saving a tolling program meant to cut traffic in the heart of New York City that has enflamed some New Jersey officials.

The 149-page decision by U.S. District Court Judge Lewis Liman marks a victory for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, and other New York transportation agencies …

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