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New Yorkers interpret Zohran Mamdani's free bus pledge amid fare losses
Political promises of free buses in New York City are contributing to increased fare evasion, costing the transit system millions. Officials cite a nearly 8% decline in paid bus ridership and a $31 million revenue drop during the first half of the year since the mayor’s campaign slogan promoting "fast and free buses." Transit leaders warn that fare evasion is driven by the perception of entitlement, especially among higher-income riders, and warn that eliminating fares could lead to a $1.1 billion annual loss in revenue.
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