MBTA officials responded Friday to the Trump administration’s accusations that the MBTA’s policies toward crime endanger passengers and workers.

The MBTA risked losing its federal funding if it did not submit an action plan to the Department of Transportation by October 2, in a push by the Trump administration to, they said, reduce crime, improve safety, and reduce fare evasion. Eng said losing federal funding could be devastating.

The Trump administration also warned about safety and cleanliness at South Station, even threatening a takeover.

MBTA officials said there is still work to be done, but the MBTA is safe.

In a letter to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, MBTA General Manager Philip Eng said federal grants are being used to improve safety and security across the system. Eng

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