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politics3 days ago•8 min saved

Diesel Crunch: A Hidden Price Tag for the Fall Midterms

Diesel prices are climbing faster than gasoline due to Iran-related supply disruptions, Russia issues, and refining bottlenecks, with inventories near record lows ahead of the fall season. The surge hits rural economies—farmers and trucking—before spreading to suburban and urban areas, potentially shaping voting behavior in red states ahead of the midterms. The White House is pressing refiners for relief, while economists warn inflation could worsen and a downturn could be the fastest way to lower prices.

via Politico|

#diesel #fuel-prices #midterms

politics5 months ago•42 min saved

US Tightens CDL Rules, Affecting About 200,000 Immigrant Truckers

A new Transportation Department rule will bar many noncitizens—mostly legal residents, including asylum seekers, refugees and DACA recipients—from obtaining or renewing commercial driver’s licenses, with existing licenses remaining valid until expiration. The administration says tighter vetting of overseas driving histories is needed after crashes, but critics argue there’s no proven link between nationality and safety. Effects will unfold gradually as licenses expire, potentially raising labor and consumer costs. The crackdown comes with broader enforcement on English-language requirements and the revocation of about 3,000 training centers, and lawsuits and political efforts to expand restrictions are already underway.

via Yahoo|

#commercial-drivers-license #immigration #legal-challenge

politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Trump administration threatens funding cuts over trucker English enforcement

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.

via CBS News|

#english-requirements #federal-funding #politics

legaltransportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Truckers Sue NYC to Halt Controversial Manhattan Congestion Fee

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.

via Fox Business|

#congestion-fee #lawsuit #legaltransportation

legaltransportation2 years ago•3 min saved

Truckers Sue NYC to Block $15 Manhattan Congestion Fee

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.

via New York Post |

#congestion-toll #lawsuit #legaltransportation

local-news2 years ago•2 min saved

NYC Prepares for Next Month's Congestion Pricing Rollout

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.

via The New York Times|

#congestion-pricing #lawsuit #local-news

weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"I-70 Truckers Flout Chain Law, Cause Chaos in Colorado Snowstorm"

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.

via The Colorado Sun|

#citations #colorado #road-closures

politics-business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump-Supporting Truckers Threaten New York Shutdown Amid Legal Losses"

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.

via New York Post |

#boycott #fraud-ruling #new-york-city

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Trump Supporter Chicago Ray Calls for NYC Boycott, Tomi Lahren Predicts Galvanized Base Amid Fraud Trial"

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.

via Hindustan Times|

#boycott #chicago-ray #new-york-city

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Trump-supporting trucker's NYC boycott talk fizzles as financial troubles mount"

"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."

via NJ.com|

#boycott #new-york-city #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Truckers' Boycott Threatens Trump Amid Fraud Ruling Fallout"

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.

via Hindustan Times|

#civil-fraud-case #donald-trump #judge-arthur-engoron

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Trump's Legal Woes Spark Truckers' NYC Boycott and GoFundMe Backlash"

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.

via Fox News|

#boycott #civil-fraud #new-york-city

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump's Legal Woes: From Endorsements to GoFundMe and Compromised Business Operations"

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.

via Rolling Stone|

#court-ruling #new-york-city #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trump's Legal Woes Spark Truckers' Boycott and Fundraising Frenzy

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.

via The Independent|

#boycott #civil-fraud-judgment #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Truckers Boycott NYC as Trump's Fraud Trial Fallout Unfolds"

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.

via Hindustan Times|

#civil-fraud-case #donald-trump #new-york-city