Trump halts NYC’s $9 congestion pricing, calling himself “The King.” Governor Hochul condemns the move, citing a 9% traffic drop. Critics argue the toll hurts workers, while supporters cite traffic and environmental benefits.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, who sued to block the tolls, is among some Democrats rejoicing at Trump’s decision. On Trump’s inauguration day, the governor sent a letter to the new president echoing Trump’s own criticism of congestion pricing as a “disaster.”

"CONGESTION PRICING IS DEAD. Manhattan, and all of New York, is SAVED. LONG LIVE THE KING!” The White House posted on X on Wednesday accompanied by an image of Trump wearing a crown on a fake TIME-inspired magazine cover.