Washington D.C. Residents Left Struggling as Free Bus Pilot Program Hits the Skids In a bold experiment to boost public transportation usage, Washington D.C. introduced a five-week free bus pilot program in an effort to encourage residents to ditch their cars and opt for a more environmentally friendly commute. However, the initiative has been met with widespread criticism and chaos on the city's streets. Ridership has skyrocketed, but so have complaints about overcrowding, delays, and a lack of reliability. As the city grapples with the unintended consequences of its free bus policy, residents are left wondering if the benefits are worth the headaches.


Opinion | Five weeks of free buses? What a disaster.  The Washington Post