Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner steps down from position as board 'looks forward' to working with Trump, Duffy

The National Railway Guest Corporation, likewise called Amtrak, revealed a significant management modification Wednesday before revealing a desire to deal with President Donald Trump and Transport Secretary Sean Duffy.

In a declaration, Amtrak stated CEO Stephen Gardner was stepping down “to make sure that Amtrak continues to delight in the complete faith and self-confidence of this administration.”

” I am so pleased with what the Amtrak group has actually achieved to bring guest rail service to more individuals and locations throughout the nation over these previous 16 years, and I thank the Board for their trust and assistance,” Gardner’s declaration continued. “We did a lot together to make Amtrak much safer, more contemporary and a much better travel experience for all our consumers.

” From my start as an Amtrak intern back in the 1990s to ending as CEO, it has actually been my honor and benefit to lead this fantastic American business, and I want Amtrak every success,” he included. “See you on the rails.”

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In a different declaration, the Amtrak board thanked Gardner for his service and revealed a desire to “develop on his achievements.”

” We anticipate dealing with President Trump and Secretary Duffy as we develop the first-rate guest rail system this nation should have,” the board included.

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The news came as lots of Americans hypothesize on the future of Amtrak amidst Trump’s budget plan cuts and the Department of Federal Government Effectiveness (DOGE)’s desire to cut federal government waste. In a declaration recently, Gardner stated he was pleased to see $2.42 billion protected in the financial 2025 federal budget plan for Amtrak repair work.

” On behalf of the hard-working Amtrak group who moves more than 32 million travelers throughout the United States each year, we are delighted to see the $2.42 B in FY25 financing assigned to continue Amtrak services and upkeep work,” Gardner stated at the time.

” This yearly financing supports the operation of our trains and upkeep of our tracks, bridges, tunnels and other possessions each year. We anticipate getting this financing as quickly as possible so we can continue to deal with the Trump administration and Congress to serve America and support the economy.”