Despite Lowering Toll to $9, Hochul May Find a Higher Political Cost
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s move to revive congestion pricing in New York has energized her Republican opponents, giving them fodder to fight her re-election in 2026.
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CreditMichelle V. Agins/The New York Times New York to Revive Congestion Pricing With $9 Toll
Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to announce the revised program on Thursday with the aim of putting it in place before Donald J. Trump takes office.
By Emma G. FitzsimmonsGrace Ashford and
CreditCindy Schultz for The New York Times Hochul, in Unwanted Position, Says She Is Ready to Work With Trump
While other big state Democrats are reviving the resistance, Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York says she is open to working with Donald J. Trump where possible.
By Nicholas Fandos and
CreditDave Sanders for The New York Times Gov. Hochul Can Remove Eric Adams From Office. Will She?
The governor indicated that she was examining her options, but removing a reliable ally could create political problems.
By Grace Ashford and
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Legal Fight to Revive Congestion Pricing Can Proceed, Judge Rules
A New York judge rejected a motion by lawyers for Gov. Kathy Hochul to dismiss lawsuits challenging her decision to halt the tolling program.
By Ana Ley and
CreditEarl Wilson/The New York Times Pelosi Blamed New York for House Losses. Hochul Wants Another Chance.
The New York governor has rebuilt the state Democratic Party to help flip key swing seats in November. But can she stanch her own political bleeding?
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CreditJulia Nikhinson/Associated Press N.Y. Official Charged With Taking Money, Travel and Poultry to Aid China
Linda Sun, who worked for both Gov. Kathy Hochul and Gov. Andrew Cuomo, was accused of using her position to benefit the Chinese government.
By Hurubie Meko and
CreditJefferson Siegel for The New York Times At Democratic Convention, Hochul Says Trump Lacks ‘New York Values’
In one of the most high-profile speeches of her career, Gov. Kathy Hochul drew a contrast between the current and former presidents, telling attendees, “If you think you’re tired of Donald Trump, talk to a New Yorker.”
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CreditRuth Fremson/The New York Times Hochul Allocates $54 Million to Continue Work on Second Avenue Subway
Gov. Kathy Hochul said she had found the money to restart some work on the project. It had been expected to be funded by the congestion pricing program, which she suspended.
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Congestion Pricing Plan Set to Come to New York City on Jan. 5
The Federal Highway Administration approved the program on Friday, though it could still be stopped by lawsuits. President-elect Donald Trump is also opposed to the plan.
By Ana Ley
Opponents Renew Attacks as Congestion Pricing Plan Is Approved
Gov. Kathy Hochul is letting the tolling program move forward in January. Her critics have jumped on the chance to object to the reversal.
By Ana Ley, Winnie Hu and Grace Ashford
Will a $9 Congestion-Pricing Toll Yield Enough Money to Fix the Subway?
Slashing the original $15 toll raises questions about whether a smaller revenue stream could delay projects or lead to higher costs for New York’s public transit agency.
By Ana Ley and Winnie Hu
Republicans Are Leaving Office for Trump Posts. How Will the Vacancies Be Filled?
The president-elect has selected several allies in Congress, along with a current governor, to join his administration.
By Neil Vigdor
New York TodayThe Rebirth of Congestion Pricing
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s revised $9 toll plan still faces some hurdles but could be in place by Jan. 5.
By James Barron
What to Know About Congestion Pricing
Gov. Kathy Hochul has fast-tracked the new tolls to enter Midtown and Lower Manhattan. Drivers could be charged beginning in January.
By Winnie Hu and Ana Ley
Hochul Brings Back Congestion Pricing Plan After Months of Suspense
The governor is renewing plans to start the tolling program, but at discounted rates. Ms. Hochul said it will generate $15 billion for mass transit.
By Ana Ley and Winnie Hu
New York TodayCould a Contest Lure More A.I. Companies Here?
A report suggests a competition where the prize is a multimillion-dollar city contract.
By James Barron
As Trump’s New Term Looms, Hochul Considers Reviving Congestion Pricing
Gov. Kathy Hochul, facing pressure from supporters of the contentious tolling plan, is said to be exploring options for adopting it in some form.
By Emma G. Fitzsimmons, Winnie Hu and Grace Ashford
Líderes en estados demócratas se alistan para luchar contra las políticas de Trump
Gobernadores como Gavin Newsom, de California, y J.B. Pritzker, de Illinois, piden a los legisladores estatales que se preparen para las batallas legales.
By Shawn Hubler, Jonathan Weisman and Mike Baker
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