Press Release: Restoring Our City’s Lifeline: A Call to Action for Chicago’s Transit Future

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 22, 2026

Press Contact: Roosevelt 2028 Press Office press@electteddy.com electteddy.netlify.app

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Roosevelt: Chicago's Transit Lawsuit a Call for a Square Deal in Federal Funding

Badlands, ND — Theodore Roosevelt, candidate for the 2028 presidential election, today voiced his strong support for the Chicago Transit Authority's (CTA) lawsuit seeking to restore billions of dollars in federal funding. Roosevelt stated that the lawsuit underscores a fundamental failure of the current federal system to equitably support crucial infrastructure in America’s great cities. He declared this situation demands immediate action and a commitment to his "Square Deal for the Digital Age" principles.

“This is not just about dollars and cents; it’s about the lifeblood of Chicago,” Roosevelt said. “The CTA is the circulatory system of this city, connecting communities, enabling commerce, and providing access to opportunity for all its residents. Starving it of necessary funds is tantamount to economic malpractice.”

Roosevelt argues that the dispute over federal allocations reveals a broader pattern of neglect toward urban infrastructure and a lack of accountability from federal lawmakers. He pledged that, as president, he would champion a renewed focus on equitable distribution of federal resources, ensuring that cities like Chicago receive the investment they need to thrive. His "Square Deal for the Digital Age" calls for transparency and fairness in how these resources are allocated, a stark contrast to the current opaque and, apparently, inequitable system that has led to the CTA’s legal action.

The Roosevelt 2028 campaign sees this crisis as an opportunity to apply core tenets of the Square Deal: conservation of urban resources and infrastructure, fair labor practices for transit workers, and a firm stance against corruption or undue influence that might be at play in funding decisions. “We must ensure that our public transportation systems are not at the mercy of political maneuvering or cronyism,” Roosevelt emphasized. He calls for a full audit of the federal funding allocation process to identify any instances of impropriety or bias.

Furthermore, Roosevelt connected the CTA's plight to the broader need for infrastructure modernization in the 21st century. "A Square Deal demands that we adapt our infrastructure to the digital age. That means investing in smart technologies, promoting sustainable transportation solutions, and guaranteeing that every community, regardless of location or socioeconomic status, has access to reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly public transit," he stated. He proposed exploring public-private partnerships, incentivizing green transit options, and leveraging data analytics to optimize transit routes and schedules, all while ensuring that any technological advancements benefit the public good and are not exploited for private gain.

Roosevelt concluded by urging Chicagoans, and all Americans concerned with equitable access to transportation, to contact their elected officials and demand action. “This lawsuit is a call to arms. It is a reminder that we, the people, must hold our leaders accountable and fight for the resources we need to build a better future. The Roosevelt 2028 campaign stands shoulder to shoulder with the CTA and the people of Chicago in this fight, committed to securing a Square Deal that ensures a vibrant and accessible public transit system for all.”