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Amtrak CEO Resigns Under Trump Administration Pressure

Stephen Gardner steps down to align with administration priorities as debates over Amtrak's future intensify.

FILE - Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner speaks during a House Transportation subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, June 6, 2023. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
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Amtrak's Stephen Gardner (L) speaks to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (R) and members of a state Congressional delegation during a tour of the Gateway Project through the North River Tunnel beneath the Hudson River, in Weehawken, New Jersey, U.S., January, 28, 2019. Ed Murray/N.J. Advance Media/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
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Overview

  • Stephen Gardner announced his resignation as Amtrak CEO, citing the need to maintain the Trump administration's confidence.
  • Elon Musk has called for Amtrak's privatization, criticizing its performance and advocating for reduced government involvement.
  • The Trump administration has increased regulatory and funding pressures on Amtrak, threatening cuts to federal support.
  • Amtrak achieved record ridership and revenue in 2024 and aims to double ridership by 2040 despite ongoing challenges.
  • The Amtrak board expressed support for Gardner's leadership and plans to work with the administration to improve U.S. rail infrastructure.