Why Trump’s DOT is Promising More Money to States With Higher Birth Rates
Supporting American families in the transportation realm doesn't mean giving low-population red states more money for highways — even if a new DOT memo suggests that's exactly what they'll do.
By
Kea Wilson
8:14 AM PST on February 2, 2025
Supporting American families in the transportation realm doesn’t mean giving low-population red states more money for highways — even if a new DOT memo suggests that’s exactly what they’ll do.
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