New York City is set to become the first city in the United States to implement a congestion pricing plan, with a newly proposed toll of $9 aimed at reducing traffic congestion in Manhattan. Governor Kathy Hochul has announced this revised plan, which is expected to launch on January 5. The move has sparked bipartisan outrage, with critics, including former President Donald Trump, claiming it will adversely affect workers, families, and businesses. New Jersey officials are also vowing to fight against the plan, expressing concerns over its economic impact. Despite the backlash, Hochul defends the initiative as a necessary step for improving transit and traffic conditions in New York City while proposing a significant reduction in toll fees compared to previous plans.