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Trump Halts Gateway Tunnel Project, Sparks Outrage in New Jersey

2/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump opposes the Gateway Tunnel project, which aims to improve rail connections between New York and New Jersey.
He calls it a "future boondoggle" that could exceed budget estimates.
The administration froze funding, leading to construction delays and job losses.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill criticized Trump, saying the project was on track until federal funding was halted.
Trump denied reports that he sought to exchange funding for renaming Penn Station.

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U.S. President Donald Trump opposes the Gateway Tunnel project, which aims to improve rail connections between New York and New Jersey.
He calls it a "future boondoggle" that could exceed budget estimates.
The administration froze funding, leading to construction delays and job losses.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill criticized Trump, saying the project was on track until federal funding was halted.
Trump denied reports that he sought to exchange funding for renaming Penn Station.