Trump administration officials announced Wednesday that they are suspending funding for two multibillion-dollar infrastructure developments in New York due to concerns the funds could be tied to “unconstitutional” diversity,

The federal government is withholding $18 billion for the Hudson Tunnel reconstruction project and Second Avenue Subway, two of New York City's biggest construction projects, the White House budget chief said on Wednesday.

The U.S. government said on Wednesday it has paused some funds for major transit projects in New York, including the Hudson Tunnel and the Second Avenue Subway, while the Department of Transportation reviews whether any small-business contractors are engaged in improper diversity initiatives.

The fare increase to $3, up from $2.90, will take effect in January, after the city’s transit system ends sales of the MetroCard. Other fares and tolls will also rise.

The federal government is withholding $18 billion in New York City infrastructure projects, Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought said on Wednesday, citing diversity, equity and inclusion concerns.

Brooklyn suit contests New York’s new rules letting yeshivas bypass stricter oversight of core secular studies.

The move appeared designed to pressure Senate Minority Leader Schumer and Democrats to support a GOP plan that would have averted the shutdown.