NJ Transit Strike: 350,000 Commuters Affected

New Jersey Transit Strike: Commuters Face Disruptions as Engineers Walk Out New Jersey's extensive commuter rail system ground to a halt early Friday morning as train engineers went on strike. The walkout affected approximately 350,000 daily commuters, forcing them to seek alternative transportation to work and other destinations. The strike comes after months of negotiations between the union and NJ Transit, with talks involving federal mediators. Union Vice President James P. Louis stated, "We thought we had a deal last night. We were that close." However, negotiations stalled, leading to the strike. Governor Phil Murphy expressed his commitment to reaching a fair and affordable resolution that doesn't burden commuters with increased costs. The next round of negotiations is scheduled for Sunday, offering hope for a swift resolution to the disruption. Commuters, meanwhile, continue to adjust to the challenges of the strike, utilizing buses, cars, and other means of transportation.