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Trump Administration Targets Free Bus Services in Cities

2/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration proposed restricting federal funding for cities that do not charge bus fares, targeting populations above 200,000 and more than 100 buses.
New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan for free bus service drew criticism from transit officials.
Critics, including Rep. Rick Larsen, argue transit agencies should manage operations without federal interference.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration proposed restricting federal funding for cities that do not charge bus fares, targeting populations above 200,000 and more than 100 buses.
New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan for free bus service drew criticism from transit officials.
Critics, including Rep. Rick Larsen, argue transit agencies should manage operations without federal interference.