NEW YORK (WABC) -- In its latest foray into New York transportation, the Trump administration has told the city to stop planning the 34th Street busway until federal officials review the project's plans.

"I demand you cease and desist all activities to implement the 34th Street busway project immediately," Federal Highway Administration Sean McMaster wrote in a letter, citing concerns about ensuring "the safe movement of commuters and commerce-including large truck deliveries-and maintain access for emergency vehicles along this vital city artery."

The 34th Street busway would be the second dedicated crosstown busway, after the 14th Street busway proved effective at speeding up buses. The 34th Street plan got the green light as part of a larger city council deal on redevelopment of Midt

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