Trump administration releases funds for New York-New Jersey tunnel project

The Trump administration released federal funds, including additional money, for the Gateway rail tunnel project connecting New York City and New Jersey. This action allows construction to resume as early as next week on the project, which aims to increase rail capacity and repair a damaged century-old tunnel. The funding release follows a court ruling requiring the administration to restore the suspended payments. Previously, the Trump administration had withheld funds, reportedly demanding concessions in exchange. The move is a victory for New York and New Jersey Democratic leaders who had been advocating for the project's funding. The total federal funding now amounts to $235 million.

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