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NewsNY Post PoliticsMay 1, 2026United States

Trump Administration Appeals Ruling to Keep Manhattan Congestion Pricing

The Trump administration is appealing a federal court ruling that blocked its attempt to end New York City's congestion pricing program. The current $9 toll for drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street remains in effect while the legal battle continues.

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Why It Matters

The outcome of this appeal will determine whether the federal government can legally force the termination of the tolling program currently charging drivers in Manhattan.

Key Facts

  • The US Transportation Secretary filed a notice of appeal against a federal judge's ruling that allowed congestion pricing to continue.
  • Congestion pricing tolls of $9 per entry for Manhattan below 60th Street have been in effect since January 2025.
  • The toll is scheduled to increase to $15 by 2031.
  • In March 2025, Judge Lewis Liman ruled that the Transportation Secretary's previous attempts to end the toll were 'arbitrary and capricious' and 'not in accordance with law'.
  • The MTA sued the Transportation Secretary in February 2025 after the Secretary attempted to pull federal authorization for the program.
  • The court ruling currently prevents the federal government from forcing the cessation of tolling operations.

Who's Mentioned

organizationMetropolitan Transportation Authority“The agency that sued the Transportation Secretary over the tolling program.”personLewis Liman“Manhattan federal judge who ruled against the administration's attempt to end th”personSean Duffy“US Transportation Secretary who filed the notice of appeal.”organizationDepartment of Transportation“Federal agency currently challenging the tolling program.”personDonald Trump“President whose administration is challenging the tolling scheme.”personKathy Hochul“Governor of New York whose office supports the tolling program.”