The Trump administration is removing a popular DC bike lane
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Key Points:
- The National Park Service (NPS) will remove a protected bike lane along 15th Street NW from Constitution Avenue to the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial, ending a popular cycling route just before the annual cherry blossom season.
- The bike lane, installed in 2021, had significantly reduced crashes and bike-related injuries by 91%, according to a D.C. Department of Transportation (DDOT) study, and also decreased car traffic and travel times.
- NPS justified the removal citing the need to ensure safe access during large events like the National Cherry Blossom Festival and America’s 250th anniversary, prioritizing mobility and security for residents, commuters, visitors, and emergency services.
- The decision has sparked criticism from local officials and cycling
