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Trump Halts Gateway Tunnel Project, Sparks Schumer's Fury

10/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

President Trump announced the termination of the Gateway Tunnel project under the Hudson River.
The decision follows a government shutdown that halted federal funding.
Trump said the shutdown allowed him to eliminate projects backed by Democratic lawmakers, specifically targeting Senator Chuck Schumer.
Senator Chuck Schumer condemned the move as vindictive and detrimental to the economy.
The current tunnels are over a century old and were damaged by Hurricane Sandy.

History

Historical Context

The Gateway Tunnel project, announced in 2011 to replace aging tunnels crucial for New Jersey Transit and Amtrak, faced significant funding challenges. In 2017, President Trump terminated the initiative, citing partisan conflicts and a government shutdown. The existing tunnels, over 100 years old, have been further strained by Hurricane Sandy's damage in 2012, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure improvements in the region.

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Story summary

President Trump announced the termination of the Gateway Tunnel project under the Hudson River.
The decision follows a government shutdown that halted federal funding.
Trump said the shutdown allowed him to eliminate projects backed by Democratic lawmakers, specifically targeting Senator Chuck Schumer.
Senator Chuck Schumer condemned the move as vindictive and detrimental to the economy.
The current tunnels are over a century old and were damaged by Hurricane Sandy.

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