Columbia University researchers said that sensors detected a 2 percent increase in toxic particles in the air. M.T.A. officials disputed the report.
The success of congestion pricing is a reminder that government, done right, has immense power to improve people’s lives.
"We are reviewing all legal options—including an appeal—with the Justice Department," a DOT spokesperson said
U.S. District Court Judge Lewis Liman issued a permanent injunction order barring the U.S. Department of Transportation from enforcing a directive to shut down the controversial tolling project, saying the federal agency exceeded its authority with the February 2025 directive to terminate the program.
The victory removes a major threat to the New York City tolling program, which still faces other lawsuits.
As a legal battle continues over the fate of New York City’s toll program, a judge appeared skeptical of the federal government’s arguments, but did not issue a ruling.