US DOT takes the wheel at Washington Union Station with $466M overhaul
Published: June 22, 2026
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The US Department of Transportation is injecting $466 million into Washington Union Station and stepping into the lead redevelopment role for Amtrak's second-busiest hub. The plan reframes the 120-year-old station as a commercial asset, with retail, parking, office space and digital signage positioned to drive revenue alongside the passenger experience.
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