The federal government takes control of Penn Station rebuild

WNYC News | Apr 17, 2025

Federal officials say President Donald Trump is taking over the reconstruction of Penn Station and kicking the MTA off the project. On this week's On The Way roundup of transit news, the team talks about Penn Station's overhaul, gives an update on congestion pricing, and more.

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