Inspecting the New York subway, Transportation Secretary Duffy accused: the environment is dirty and dangerous.
Mayor Adams invited Federal Transportation Secretary Duffy to inspect the subway in Manhattan and ride the B line train. Duffy criticized the congestion fee as "unfair" and discriminatory toward vulnerable populations, reiterating the dirtiness and danger of the New York subway system. He mentioned encountering a seriously ill passenger on the subway, stating that leaving those with mental health issues on the subway is inhumane, and suggested involving the government efficiency department led by Musk to review the operations of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Adams did not refute Duffy's criticism of the congestion fee but stated that answers should be provided. Duffy's schedule was not communicated to the MTA in advance, leading to MTA Chairman Lieber waiting on-site but not seeing him. Lieber hopes the Secretary of Transportation will receive the correct briefing to facilitate cooperation.