Duffy Guts Funding For NYC Penn Station Renovation

April 17, 2025 Transit, Trump Administration

Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced today that Amtrak and the federal Transportation Department will take over the planned reconstruction at New York City’s Penn Station from the local Metropolitan Transportation Authority, slashing the amount of federal funding allocated for the project.

In a statement, Duffy accused the MTA of having a “history of inefficiency, waste and mismanagement,” saying: “New York City deserves a Penn Station that reflects America’s greatness and is safe and clean. The MTA’s history of inefficiency, waste, and mismanagement also meant that a new approach is needed. By putting taxpayers first, we’re ensuring every dollar is spent wisely to create a transit hub all Americans can take pride in.”

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BIG WIN for taxpayers! @POTUS and @SecDuffy are putting America First by saving $120M on Penn Station’s overhaul. No more waste, just results! 🇺🇸 #AmericaFirst pic.twitter.com/mwVg9EWrIv

— USDOT Rapid Response (@USDOTRapid) April 17, 2025