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How Trump’s Latest Multimodal Clawbacks Are Different — But They Could Still Devastate Communities
The latest attack on multimodal transportation is more brazen and destructive than ever before; the Trump administration is no longer hiding its disdain for walking and biking projects.
September 22, 2025
What Transportation Priorities Could Get Cut Under the GOP’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ Budget Bill
Hint: a bloodbath for EVs, reconnecting communities, and environmental reviews.
May 28, 2025
Deep Dive: How Will Sean Duffy Fix Penn Station?
The Transportation Secretary has taken over the biggest transportation planning mess in North America. First, he has to realize that this job is more than just cosmetic surgery.
April 21, 2025
Infrastructure Year Has Already Begun
Here's what advocates need to know about the basics of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill and how to get involved.
April 9, 2025
‘The Carnage is Intolerable’: Rep. Jamie Raskin on Why Bike Safety is Becoming Bipartisan
"We need to reject any insinuation that it's not a national priority to make local roads safer."
April 1, 2025
How Trump’s Radical Remaking of Environmental Review Could Reshape Transportation
Is reforming NEPA just a handout to Big Highway?
March 5, 2025
Who is Trump’s FTA Pick Marc Molinaro — And Will He Kill Congestion Pricing?
If confirmed, Trump FTA pick Marc Molinaro can do a lot to gum up funding for mass transit across the country. Here's a look at his record.
February 7, 2025
Who is Trump’s Would-Be US DOT Secretary Sean Duffy?
Former Fox News host, congressman, reality TV star and competitive lumberjack Sean Duffy has said he wants to "take an ax" to Washington. Will non-automotive modes get the chop, too?
November 20, 2024
President Sprawl? What’s With Pols Talking About Developing Federal Land?
The federal government's job should be "to make sure that all people have the choice of living in the community that they choose and that they’re able to afford to live there,” said one activist.
October 23, 2024
EVs — What Are They Good For?
U.S. electric vehicles are only slightly less harmful to the environment and society than conventional gasoline cars, according to a new analysis.
October 15, 2024
