Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says his department is taking management of Washington’s main transportation hub away from Amtrak, in another example of how the federal government is exerting its power over the nation’s capital
ByDARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press
WASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday that his department is taking management of Union Station, the main transportation hub in Washington, away from Amtrak, in another example of how the federal government is exerting its power over the nation’s capital.
Duffy made the announcement in a statement before he was to join Amtrak President Roger Harris at Union Station for the launch of the NextGen Acela, the rail service’s new high-speed train.
The secretary said Union Station, located within walking distance of the U.S. Capitol, had “fallen into disrepair” when it should be a “point of pride” for the city.
“By reclaiming station management, we will help make this city safe and beautiful at a fraction of the cost,” Duffy said.
Duffy’s words echoed President Donald Trump, who said last week he wants $2 billion from Congress to beautify Washington as part of his crackdown on the city. The Rep