Transport Workers Union launches advertising campaign criticizing New York Governor Kathy Hochul

The Transport Workers Union of America launched an advertising campaign targeting New York Governor Kathy Hochul, according to the New York Post. The union released the commercial spots on Friday, one day before early voting opened for the upcoming midterm elections. [1]

The New York Post reported that the advertisement describes Governor Hochul as radioactive and claims that Democratic candidates are attempting to distance themselves from her. The labor organization represents approximately 40,000 city subway and bus employees who work under a Metropolitan Transportation Authority contract that expired in May. [1]

Congestion pricing in New York City began on January 5, 2025, under the Central Business District Tolling Program. The program applies electronic tolls to motor vehicles entering Manhattan south of 61st Street to lower traffic congestion and reduce air pollution. [3]