POLITICS

White House freezes $18 billion in New York City infrastructure funding

The Trump administration has halted billions in New York City infrastructure funding, including the Hudson Tunnel and Second Ave Subway projects, citing concerns over "unconstitutional DEI principles." Budget Director Russell Vought stated the review of contracts awarded under the Biden administration is paused due to the government shutdown. This move by the administration, coinciding with the federal shutdown, significantly impacts major projects in Democratic leaders' home states and has drawn strong criticism from New York and New Jersey representatives.

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