Bus Drivers Demand Fare Quoting End | Washington DC News

Metro bus drivers are sounding the alarm over a new fare-quoting policy that’s putting them at greater risk—especially since two-thirds of assaults on drivers stem from fare disputes. The union, ATU Local 689, is demanding the rule be scrapped, citing a violent August attack and years of ignored safety concerns. Metro counters that overall assaults have dropped 22%, pointing to safety investments like cameras, barriers, and increased police presence—but the union dismisses the data as misleading. With driver safety hanging in the balance, a standoff looms as Metro refuses to reverse course. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/978c60a0f30ef1f8