The Trump administration has threatened to withhold federal funding from California, Washington, and New Mexico due to their failure to enforce new English language requirements for truck drivers, following a deadly Florida crash involving an illegal immigrant trucker. The administration emphasizes safety concerns, arguing that truckers must understand road signs and communicate effectively, but the states criticize the move as politically motivated. The incident has sparked debate over immigration, safety, and regulatory enforcement.
The Trucking Association of New York has filed a federal lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, challenging New York City's congestion fee plan that imposes higher charges on trucks compared to passenger vehicles. The association argues for revisions to the plan to reduce its adverse impacts on the logistics industry and introduce parity. This lawsuit is one of at least eight aiming to block the congestion fee, which is set to take effect on June 30.
The Trucking Association of New York has filed a lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the state, challenging the constitutionality of a new congestion toll that charges truckers $24 to $36 to enter Manhattan's business district south of 60th Street. The lawsuit argues that the toll imposes an excessive financial burden and violates the Commerce Clause of the US Constitution. The MTA plans to implement the toll on June 30, aiming to reduce congestion and pollution while generating revenue for mass transit projects. Critics argue the toll will divert traffic and pollution and financially burden motorists and businesses.
New York City truckers, represented by the Trucking Association of New York, have filed a lawsuit to challenge the city's upcoming congestion pricing policy, arguing that the high tolls for commercial vehicles will unfairly burden their industry and increase costs for local businesses and consumers.
Colorado State Patrol issued 12 citations to truck drivers who did not use chains on Interstate 70 during a massive winter storm, leading to gridlock and road closures. The storm caused significant disruptions, with a 90-mile stretch of I-70 reopening to commercial vehicles at 9 a.m. Friday. Additionally, several mountain roads and ski areas remained closed due to unsafe driving conditions and avalanche danger, with one ski resort reporting the biggest snow event it’s seen in decades.
Truckers supporting Donald Trump are threatening to boycott deliveries to New York City in protest of a court ruling that fined the former president $355 million for fraud. The boycott, initiated by conservative social media influencer Chicago Ray, has gained traction on social media, with truckers warning that it could significantly impact the city's supply chain and drive up prices for consumers. Trump has expressed support for the boycott, calling it a stand for freedom, while the influencer has distanced himself from being a leader of the movement.
Trucker Chicago Ray initially called for a boycott of New York City in protest of the court ruling against Donald Trump, but later retracted his statement, claiming he is not encouraging anyone to take action. Despite his earlier call, he clarified that he is not a leader of any movement and that truckers can make their own decisions. Trump praised truckers planning to deny shipments to New York City, calling them "great patriots" and expressing gratitude for their support. Ray's initial video sparked discussions among truckers, with some expressing support for the boycott and others emphasizing the importance of keeping goods and services flowing as scheduled.
"Chicago Ray," a Trump-supporting trucker, initially called for a boycott of New York City in protest of the verdict in Trump's fraud trial, but later backed down and urged others to continue delivering goods as scheduled. He received support from Trump, who called the boycotting truckers "Great Patriots on the side of freedom."
Former President Donald Trump praised truckers who plan to refuse shipments to New York City in protest of a $355 million fraud ruling against him, calling them "great patriots" and claiming the verdict was "election interference." A conservative trucker and social media influencer, Chicago Ray, announced that some colleagues will boycott shipments to NYC, with one suggesting that 95% of truckers support Trump. Trump criticized Judge Arthur Engoron and Attorney General Letitia James, claiming unfair treatment and radical left interference, while a GoFundMe page was started to support Trump's defense against the judgment.
Truckers for Trump are boycotting driving to New York City in response to the $355M civil fraud ruling against former President Trump, with one trucker rallying others on social media to join the boycott. The ruling, which barred Trump from operating his business in New York for three years, has sparked support from pro-Trump truckers across the country, with one trucker creating a GoFundMe page to support Trump's defense. The boycott is seen as a protest against what some perceive as unfair treatment of Trump in the legal system.
A pro-Trump trucker known as Chicago Ray is organizing a campaign for truckers to refuse loads headed to New York City in protest of a court ruling against Trump and his business practices, with Trump endorsing their efforts. The ruling ordered Trump to pay $355 million in damages and banned him from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for three years. The truckers' campaign's potential impact remains uncertain, but it has garnered attention after receiving over six million views, with promises of an update on Monday.
Truck drivers who support former president Donald Trump are refusing to drive to New York City in protest of a civil fraud judgment that fined Mr. Trump over $350 million. The ruling, which also implicated his sons and Trump Organization associates, has sparked strong opposition from Trump supporters, including truckers who are vowing to stop delivering loads to the city. The backlash has gained traction on social media, with the hashtag "Boycott NYC" trending. Additionally, a fundraiser to support Trump's defense against the judgment has already raised over $240,000, indicating a strong reaction to the legal challenges faced by the former president.
Truckers who support Donald Trump are refusing to make deliveries to New York City after a New York judge ordered the former president to pay nearly $355 million in penalties in a civil fraud case. Conservative social media influencer and trucker, Chicago Ray, claimed that some of his colleagues have decided to stop accepting loads to New York City as a protest against the Manhattan Supreme Court ruling. Trump has been banned from serving as a company director and taking out loans from banks in the state for up to three years, and he plans to appeal the ruling.
Trump-supporting truckers are refusing to drive to New York City in protest after the former president was fined $355 million in a fraud case. A conservative social media influencer and trucker, Chicago Ray, claims that some colleagues will stop making deliveries to NYC, with 95% of truckers allegedly supporting Trump. The boycott comes after Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Arthur Engoron ordered Trump to pay the fine for inflating his net worth to receive favorable loans. Trump has criticized the case as "election interference" and predicted business fallout for NYC.
Polish truckers have agreed to end their blockade of the border with Ukraine after talks between the two countries' governments. The blockade, which began on September 17 in protest against Covid-19 restrictions, had caused significant disruption to trade and traffic. The decision to lift the blockade comes after negotiations aimed at resolving the issues that led to the protest, signaling a diplomatic resolution to the tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
