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Gov. Kathy Hochul signaled resistance to Zohran Mamdani’s plan to make New York City buses free, saying in San Juan she favors targeted subsidies for low-income riders to protect MTA finances. While the Democrats projected unity at a Puerto Rico gathering, Hochul said she will prioritize universal child care, likely phased in, and cited federal funding cuts. Free buses could top $800 million annually; child care may cost $15 billion statewide. MTA chief Janno Lieber urged prioritizing poorer riders, while transit union leader John Samuelsen backed Mamdani’s proposal. Talks on the agenda continue.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.