Summary
The Trump administration is delaying $18 billion for infrastructure projects in New York City. The delay is due to concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in how funds are used. More details from the Department of Transportation are expected soon.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration is holding back $18 billion meant for infrastructure projects in New York City.
- The reason for the hold is concerns about DEI principles, which stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director, Russ Vought, announced the hold.
- Vought stated this decision is to ensure funds are not allocated based on what he calls "unconstitutional DEI principles."
- The Department of Transportation will provide more information soon.
- This information was shared in a post on the social media platform X.
