Government Accountability

Washington’s Union Station Management Reclaimed: A Critical Step Toward Restoring Order

By Economics Desk | August 27, 2025

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy moves to wrest control of Union Station from Amtrak, aiming to restore security and dignity in the nation’s capital’s primary transit hub amid rising concerns over crime and decay.

In a decisive move that underscores the urgent need for accountability in the management of our national infrastructure, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the federal government will take back control of Washington’s Union Station from Amtrak. This action comes after years of neglect and growing safety concerns at one of America’s most important transportation centers, located just steps from the U.S. Capitol.Union Station, once a symbol of American progress and pride, has reportedly fallen into disrepair under Amtrak's watch. Secretary Duffy bluntly stated that the station should inspire confidence and represent national strength — not become a liability or...

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