NEW YORK (AP) — Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner abruptly resigned from his top post at the U.S. passenger railroad this week. Wednesday’s announcement signaled that the leadership change came down to Amtrak maintaining support from U.S. President Donald Trump. In a statement, Gardner said he was stepping down “to ensure that Amtrak continues to enjoy […]
Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner abruptly resigned, stating it was to maintain the administration's support. The departure follows Elon Musk's privatization idea and criticism of Amtrak, as well as calls to address issues at Union Station. Gardner's exit reportedly came at the request of Trump. Amtrak's ridership recently rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, reaching a record 32.8 million customer trips in 2024.
