Congestion pricing to begin Sunday after judge denies New Jersey request [Video]

FORT LEE, New Jersey (WABC) — Congestion pricing is starting early Sunday morning after New Jersey’s request for a temporary restraining order was denied by a federal judge.

The MTA will start the program as planned Sunday morning even as New Jersey prepares to keep fighting in court, with the governor’s office announcing it will seek emergency relief from the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.

Judge Leo Gordon heard arguments from lawyers representing New Jersey, the MTA and the Federal Highway Administration in court.

He read a lengthy opinion in court, denying the state’s request for an injunction.

On Thursday, Congressman Josh Gottheimer stood with local representatives and community members in Fort Lee, New Jersey to call on a judge to put the brakes on the plan.

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