MTA to See 'Devastating' Cuts Without Aid, CEO Foye Warns

The transcript discusses the heroic efforts of MTA workers during crises like 9/11, Superstorm Sandy, and the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the financial challenges faced by the MTA due to decreased ridership and the need for $12 billion in federal aid to avoid significant service cuts and layoffs. The comparison with Chicago Transit underscores the importance of MTA services. The potential impact of service cuts on the New York economy is discussed, along with the enforcement of a mask mandate to ensure public health.

How has ridership changed compared to the Great Depression?

What role does the MTA play in the New York City economy?

What measures are being taken to enforce mask-wearing on MTA services?