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New York Rail Strike Sparks Trump-Hochul Clash, Track and Field Trans Athlete Debate Renewed
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- NY POSTcast
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- May 18, 2026
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- 814
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Summary
A crippling Long Island Rail Road strike is throwing New York commuters into chaos as President Trump and Governor Kathy Hochul trade blame over the disruption. With hundreds of thousands affected, the political fallout is growing fast. Meanwhile, a California transgender athlete controversy is reigniting the national debate over girls’ sports after officials awarded duplicate gold medals at a state championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices