Remarks about the safety of the New York City subway system led to a heated moment between Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.)
Duffy fired back at the congressman after he accused him of lying about New York City transportation issues and crime data statistics during a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing.
“As recently as last week, you again attacked the MTA, claiming that there’s a surge in subway assaults and accusing the agency of withholding information,” Nadler said, referring to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which oversees New York City’s subways.
“But many of your statements misrepresent the facts and ignore documentation already provided to your department. I want to address some of those claims directly,” the New York Democrat continued.
“First, are you aware that major crime in the transit system, including assaults, is down 3 percent since last year and down 8 percent since 2019?” Nadler asked.
But he jumped right in as Duffy attempted to respond.
“Well, no, that’s wrong. The assaults that we’ve seen are up 60% with MTA in the systems since 2019,” Duffy informed the congressman, who seemed uninterested in any facts other than his own.
“Why do you continue to ignore this and lie about this in your public comments?” the 78-year-old lawmaker demanded, setting Duffy up for a fiery rebuttal.
“Well, my question is, why do you continue to lie about people being lit on fire in subways or pushed in front of trains? You should be fighting to make sure your subways are safe. If you want people to ride subways, let’s make subways safe,” the Transportation secretary fired back as Nadler tried to regain control.
“Reclaiming my time!” he declared. “Our subways are safe, and I gave you these statistics.”
“They’re wrong,” Duffy shot back.
The heated debate continued as Nadler brought up New York City’s controversial congestion pricing plan, which charges drivers for entering certain parts of Manhattan during peak business hours.
“Secretary Duffy, why do you continue to lie about New York City?” Nadler asked after Duffy schooled him about the plan that went into effect this year.
“You’re lying,” Duffy fired back. “Don’t call me a liar here.”
Social media users applauded Duffy for exposing New York City’s problems and the lawmaker covering it up.
Good for Duffy calling out Nadler.
— Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) July 16, 2025
The gaslighting is unreal
— Kristen P. ♥️ (@krismap) July 16, 2025
Why instead of ignoring the problem don’t they just face it head on to solve the issue? It makes no sense
— Phil Lip (@lip_philll) July 16, 2025
The Penguin lies constantly.
— Mr. Red (@chadred1) July 16, 2025
When Democrats are called out for being wrong they always reclaim their time.
— Brandie with a (@BrandieWithABee) July 16, 2025
SecDuffy calling out misinformation is exactly what’s needed facts matter
— Maroof Azeem (@maro16585) July 16, 2025
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