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politics4 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Freezes Billions in Chicago and New York Infrastructure Funding Amid Shutdown

President Trump froze $2.1 billion in Chicago infrastructure funding, including transit projects, citing race-based contracting concerns, prompting strong opposition from Illinois leaders who accuse the administration of political retaliation amid the government shutdown.

via Common Dreams|

#chicago-infrastructure #federal-government-shutdown #funding-freeze

politics4 months ago•3 min saved

Trump Uses Shutdown to Halt Funding for Chicago and New York Infrastructure Projects

The Trump administration has paused $2.1 billion in funding for Chicago infrastructure projects, including the Red Line extension, citing concerns over race-based contracting, which has caused community disappointment and delays in development plans. Similar actions are affecting New York projects, with broader implications for federal funding commitments and urban development.

via AP News|

#chicago-infrastructure #funding-freeze #government-shutdown